Mbappé pays emotional tribute to Deschamps: 'We should have given you one
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Context
Kylian Mbappé, currently a Real Madrid player, expressed his gratitude to Didier Deschamps, highlighting the coach's influence on his international career. With Deschamps' departure, Mbappé will have the responsibility of leading the French team, which seeks to consolidate itself as one of the main forces in world football, especially with the 2026 World Cup approaching.
Why this matters
Didier Deschamps' farewell marks the end of a significant cycle for the French team, which under his leadership won the World Cup in 2018 and reached the final in 2022. Kylian Mbappé's message highlights Deschamps' importance not only for the team, but also for the development of the player himself, who has become a global star. How France says goodbye to its coach could influence the future of the team, especially with the 2026 World Cup in sight.
Main conclusions
- Mbappé pays emotional tribute to Deschamps: 'We should have given you one.
- Before the France–England match for 3rd place in the 2026 World Cup, Mbappé thanked Didier Deschamps and highlighted the legacy of the coach, who is saying goodbye after 14 years.
- Mbappe pays emotional tribute to Deschamps: ‘We should have given you a better send-off’ - Yahoo Sports.
France and England face off tonight in the 3rd place game of the 2026 World Cup, a meeting that takes on special weight for the Gauls: it will be Didier Deschamps' farewell as coach of the French team, after a 14-year cycle. Captain Kylian Mbappé marked the moment with an emotional tribute on social media, recognizing the coach's importance in Les Bleus' rebirth and regretting not being able to offer him a happier goodbye.
"Today is your last dance. You who gave us so much. We should have given you a better farewell, but we failed. It is very difficult to put into words what you contributed over these 14 years; you were a key figure in the rebirth of this team", wrote Mbappé, setting the tone for a message in which the Real Madrid striker highlighted not only Deschamps' impact on the national team, but also on his own international career.
In a new passage in the publication, the French captain made it clear that, for him, the coach's legacy will withstand the scrutiny of time: “People have not always valued your greatness, but time and history will take care of that…”. Mbappé continued with a direct thank you for the trust he received since the beginning of his career with the A: "Thank you for giving me the opportunity and the chance to represent my country on the biggest stage for so many years. I feel privileged to have been able to be alongside one of our country's greatest legends and I only have good memories of everything we experienced and achieved together."
The 3rd place match comes after the defeats in the semi-finals: France fell to Spain, while England were defeated by Argentina. Although none of the defeated finalists had ambitions for this game, on the French side it symbolizes the end of an era. Deschamps leaves as the France coach with the most experience in the final stages of World Cups and ends one of the most successful mandates in national team football, a period that included, for Mbappé, winning the 2018 World Cup under his guidance.
Regardless of tonight's outcome, Deschamps' goodbye will be linked to a journey marked by competitive stability and leadership. For Mbappé, the farewell was both a public thank you and an underlining that the definitive assessment of the coach's legacy will belong to history.
With Deschamps' last game at the helm of Les Bleus scheduled for the duel against England, the next chapter of the French team already has a name: Zinedine Zidane, legend of France and Real Madrid, will take on the role of coach. The transition opens a new cycle for a generation used to reaching decisions and who, tonight, will seek to give their coach one last victory before turning the page.
What happens next
After the England game, France will face a period of transition as they look for a new coach who can continue Deschamps' legacy. Mbappé, as captain, will have a crucial role in guiding the team during this phase, especially with the preparation for the 2026 World Cup. The expectation is that the new leadership will be able to maintain the level of competitiveness of the French team on the international stage.
Frequently asked questions
What happened between Mbappé and Deschamps?
Kylian Mbappé paid an emotional tribute to Didier Deschamps on social media, regretting not being able to offer a better farewell to the coach who is leaving command of the French national team.
Who confirmed Deschamps' farewell?
Kylian Mbappé confirmed his departure from Didier Deschamps through an emotional message on social media.
Why is Deschamps farewell now?
Deschamps' farewell takes place after 14 years at the head of the French team, during the 3rd place game of the 2026 World Cup.
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Will changes occur in the French team after Deschamps' departure?
Deschamps' departure marks the end of a 14-year cycle, which could lead to a new era in the French national team with a new coach.
What was Deschamps' impact on Mbappé's career?
Mbappé highlighted that Deschamps was a key figure in the revival of the French national team and played an important role in his own international career.