Kylian Mbappé broke his silence to say there is no feud with Ousmane Dembélé. The comment comes after the Ballon d'Or 2026 controversy.
Who is Kylian Mbappé? The French forward who clinched the 2026 Ballon d'Or and is one of the sport's biggest stars. After the award ceremony, rumours surfaced suggesting a rift with his national‑team teammate Ousmane Dembélé, fueled by earlier comments about the competition for the trophy.
What did Mbappé say?
In a video posted on his official Instagram account, Mbappé clarified that the relationship with Dembélé is "professional" and that there is no personal animosity. He stated: "We play for the national team, our goal is to win, there is no room for internal disputes." He added that the circulating gossip has no factual basis.
- Dembélé has not responded officially yet, but he continues to train with the squad without any sign of tension.
- Coach Didier Deschamps highlighted the strong collective spirit within the team.
When and where were these comments released? The video appeared on the evening of September 21, 2026, shortly after the Ballon d'Or ceremony in Paris. Social media reactions were mixed, with some fans backing Mbappé and others accusing him of covering up the truth.
Where is the French team headed next? The squad will gather at their training camp in Lille before a World Cup qualifying match against Italy, and the atmosphere is expected to remain calm.
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