France Confirms Kylian Mbappe Fit for 2026 World Cup Semifinal After Injury

France secured a 2-0 victory over Morocco to advance to the 2026 World Cup semifinals, with encouraging news regarding key players Kylian Mbappe and Aurélien Tchouaméni. Mbappe sustained an injury to the upper part of his right foot during the quarterfinal match but received medical treatment on the field. According to L'Equipe and the French team’s medical staff, the injury is minor, and Mbappe is expected to be fit for the semifinal match scheduled for Tuesday in Dallas. To manage the sensitive area around his right ankle, his training load may be reduced in the coming days.

Aurélien Tchouaméni, who missed the quarterfinal due to a groin injury, is also anticipated to recover fully in time for the semifinal. If cleared, the Real Madrid midfielder is likely to start, potentially replacing Manu Koné despite Koné's recent strong performances. The French team will travel to Dallas on Sunday to prepare for their semifinal opponent, which will be the winner of the Spain-Belgium match. The return of these two key players is seen as a significant boost for France’s chances in the tournament.