Kylian Mbappé: ‘We didn’t put in all the ingredients to reach the final’

After France was knocked out by Spain (2-0) in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, Kylian Mbappé acknowledged Spain’s superiority and the shortcomings of the French team.

After France’s elimination against Spain (2-0) in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, Kylian Mbappé acknowledged the superiority of La Roja and the shortcomings of Les Bleus.

“We didn’t play the match we wanted to play. Whether tactically or technically, in the overall level we delivered. When you don’t do what you’re supposed to do in a World Cup semi-final, you don’t win,” said the French captain.

Clear-headed, the striker concluded: “It’s a big disappointment, but if we’re being honest, we didn’t put in all the ingredients needed to reach the final.”