Kylian Mbappé's parents have sports backgrounds and support his career
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 7:13 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Kylian Mbappé's parents, Wilfrid Mbappé and Fayza Lamari, both have notable sports backgrounds. Wilfrid coached youth soccer in Bondy, while Fayza was a professional handball player. They separated in 2021 but continue to support Kylian, attending the 2026 World Cup games together. Kylian, born in December 1998, has two siblings who also pursue soccer careers.
- •Wilfrid coached youth soccer and Fayza played professional handball.
- •The couple separated in 2021 but remain united in support for Kylian.
- •Kylian is participating in the ongoing 2026 World Cup.
- •They share two other children, both of whom are soccer players.
- •Kylian visited his father's native Cameroon in 2023.
- 7:13 PMYahoo Sports — All About Kylian Mbappé’s Parents, Wilfrid Mbappé and Fayza Lamari
"The French player’s parents both have sports backgrounds
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