Mbappe about to make a comeback?

Deschamps: “I’m certainly not going to hide it”

Kylian Mbappe talks to coach Didier Deschamps(Bild: AP/ASSOCIATED PRESS)

France coach Didier Deschamps has spoken about Kylian Mbappe's comeback plans ahead of his team's final group game in Austria Group D against Poland on Tuesday (6pm). According to the team boss, he does not want to hide how keen his star striker is to play. That's why the Real new signing should be back on the pitch. 

"It's getting better every day. Today was better than yesterday. He's training regularly and is being treated. The haematoma has gone down and he's getting used to the mask," said an optimistic Deschamps. His protégé is also eager to make his comeback. 

(Bild: AP/ASSOCIATED PRESS)

After Mbappe's return against the Netherlands was already under discussion, it should now really work out against Poland. After breaking his nose in a tackle with ÖFB defender Kevin Danso, the striker will have to play with a mask. 

Already back for the test match
"Everyone knows Kylian's qualities. We also had chances to score in the second game against Holland. But his return can only help us to score more goals and win games. It's a huge advantage when he comes back," said midfielder N'Golo Kante, who is looking forward to his team-mate's return.

Mbappe already trained with the team on Sunday and Monday and also took part in a test match against SC Paderborn's U21 side on Saturday. The 25-year-old will have to keep his mask for the entire tournament. He will only undergo surgery afterwards.