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Kylian Mbappé Praises Cristiano Ronaldo as "Unique" Ahead of France vs. Portugal Quarterfinal

Posted : 05 July 2024

Kylian Mbappé has expressed admiration for Cristiano Ronaldo, calling him "unique" ahead of France's quarterfinal match against Portugal on Friday. Mbappé, who regularly keeps in touch with the 39-year-old football star, shared his thoughts during a news conference on Thursday in Hamburg.

 

Reflecting on Ronaldo's legendary status, Mbappé emphasized the honor he feels in knowing and respecting him, but also expressed his hope for a French victory in the upcoming match. He acknowledged Ronaldo's exceptional career and contributions to football, describing him as an unparalleled player.

 

Mbappé's admiration for Ronaldo dates back to his youth, as evidenced by a 2012 photo of them together at Real Madrid's training ground. This connection resurfaced when Mbappé recently joined Real Madrid on a free transfer.

 

When asked if he aspired to follow in Ronaldo's footsteps, Mbappé stated that while he respects Ronaldo's achievements, he intends to carve out his own path. He aspires to create his own legacy at Madrid, distinct from Ronaldo's, while still acknowledging the impact the Portuguese star has had on the sport.

 

Despite France's struggles for fluid play in Euro 2024, with no goals from open play in four games and relying on a penalty and own goals to progress, Mbappé remains focused. The lack of attacking fluency has sparked some criticism in France, but manager Didier Deschamps remains unfazed.

 

Addressing the criticism, Deschamps remarked that while some may be unhappy, there are still many who support the team. He emphasized that the role of critics is part of his daily life and does not affect his peace of mind.

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