Mbappe Set to Return for France in Custom-Made Mask
ICARO Media Group
In their upcoming match, France's star striker Kylian Mbappe is expected to make a comeback wearing a custom-made mask after suffering a broken nose in a collision during their 1-0 victory against Austria on Monday night. The injury had initially raised concerns about Mbappe's availability for the tournament, but he has managed to avoid surgery, allowing him to potentially feature in tonight's game as a substitute.
In order to facilitate his swift return to action, the French team has specially designed a mask for Mbappe to protect his injured nose. The mask will provide the necessary support and protection, enabling the Real Madrid-bound striker to step back onto the field.
While Mbappe's return is a boost for the French squad, there is one change in the starting lineup as Aurelien Tchouameni joins the midfield. Antoine Griezmann, taking on the captain's armband, will lead the team onto the pitch.
On the other side, the Netherlands' striker Wout Weghorst continues to miss out on the starting lineup despite his goalscoring cameo in their opening match against Poland. In the Netherlands' only change, Jeremie Frimpong has replaced Joey Veerman.
The confirmed lineups for the match are as follows: the Netherlands fielding Verbruggen in goal, with Dumfries, De Vrij, Van Dijk, and Ake in defense. In midfield, the team features Schouten, Reijnders, and Simons. Frimpong, Depay, and Gakpo complete the attacking lineup.
For France, Maignan will be the goalkeeper, with Kounde, Upamecano, Saliba, and Hernandez forming the defensive line. Kante and Tchouameni will hold the midfield, supporting Dembele, Griezmann, and Rabiot in attack. Thuram rounds out the starting XI.
The match promises to be an exciting contest, with both teams looking to secure a victory and take a step closer towards their respective goals in the tournament. France will be hopeful that Mbappe's return in the specially designed mask will add firepower to their attack and help them continue their winning streak.
As the kick-off approaches, fans eagerly await to see how Mbappe fares in his first appearance wearing the custom-made mask and whether he can make a significant impact on the game. The result of tonight's match could have implications for the teams' progression in the tournament, making it a must-watch for football enthusiasts.