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French media backlash at Kylian Mbappé: “He prefers his girlfriend over the national team”
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First reported by Walla · Jun 11, 2026
What happened
French media and fans criticized Kylian Mbappé after he left the France camp in the United States and returned to Madrid for what were described as personal matters, later revealed in photos to be time with his partner, Ester Expósito. France is preparing for the 2026 World Cup and will open its group stage against Senegal on 16 June.
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