France captain Kylian Mbappe sat out the national team's training session on Wednesday, with the technical staff confirming that the forward remained under medical care ahead of their crucial UEFA Nations League fixture against Italy. Representatives for Les Bleus withheld any further particulars concerning the physical condition of the 27-year-old star.
What is the current status of the French captain?
The Real Madrid attacker recently returned to the national setup for the current international window, having missed the previous three fixtures due to physical setbacks. During a prior outing in September, the striker netted the decisive goal in a match against Turkey before sustaining discomfort in his left knee that forced an early exit from the field.
How does Group A1 stand ahead of the fixtures?
Heading into their final two pool-stage matches, the French squad leads Group A1 with three victories and a single draw from four outings, placing them firmly on track to secure a spot in the quarter-finals. The team is scheduled to face Italy on Thursday in Milan, followed by a concluding group fixture against Turkey on Sunday in Bordeaux.