Mbappe breaks his silence with a 3-word message after France's loss to Argentina at World Cup 2022 final
FollowDespite a sensational hat-trick by Kylian Mbappe, France lost to Argentina on penalties (4-2) at the Qatar World Cup 2022 final.
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Sensational French striker Kylian Mbappe fired a historic hat-trick to keep Les Bleus World Cup dream alive in an epic finals encounter against Argentina in Qatar on Sunday. However, the Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) superstar's effort was not enough for France to win consecutive World Cup glory as they lost to Lionel Messi and Co. on penalties (4-2) at Doha's Lusail Stadium, sparking a massive heartbreak among fans of the team and the 23-year-old forward.
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Even though Mbappe didn't win the world's most prestigious football award a second time, the French sensation still managed to make history by scoring two penalties (80' and 118') on either side of an incredible volley (81') that twice brought Les Bleus back into what some are calling the greatest World Cup final in history.
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With eight goals in the tournament, Mbappe clinched the Golden Boot but would be devastated that the effort did not lead to France lifting the trophy for the second time in a row. However, the PSG star has sent a 3-worded strong message to his fans, his countrymen and supporters of Les Bleus.
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In an Instagram post, Mbappe wrote, "We'll be back," which has drawn massive support from his fans. One fan noted, "Thank you for the dream. We love you," while another added, "You made us dream so much. Thank You." The Parisian club said, "Thank you, Kylian. We're very proud of you," while another fan noted, "My God, what a game you played yesterday. You are a great footballer."
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Fans in France are aware that the Boy from Bondy, who turns 24 on Tuesday, may have three more World Cups to excite spectators and set more records in his quest to be considered on par with clubmate Lionel Messi. It remains to be see what is instore for the exciting French star in the upcoming years.
