In the middle of the double FIFA date in Europe, the issue of mental health of Kylian Mbappé became a topic of conversation again during an interview on the program Telefoot from TF1. The technical director of the French team, Didier Deschampshighlighted the pressure that players face not only from their own clubs, but also due to constant exposure on social networkswhich affects their emotional well-being and performance on the field.
The experienced coach observed that “a footballer is a human being. The atmosphere is different because today there is an exhibition”. This phenomenon, intensified by social networks, allows even “the smallest word” to have great repercussions, indicated the former soccer player who was crowned world champion as a player in the 1998 World Cup in France.
For his part, the coach commented that he spoke with some of his players after important competitions such as the Euro Cup, in which they only have three weeks of rest to recover before returning to high competition. “The demands are getting higher, higher and higher”Deschamps said.
One of the most challenging aspects that a footballer faces is the fatigue of his mind compared to what happens with his body. Deschamps explained that, unlike physical saturation, mental overload is more difficult to quantify. “It is the head that controls the legs”he stressed, adding that this pressure can lead to fragile psychological states that could lead to more serious problems, such as depression.
In this context, the situation of Kiki attracted considerable attention. Although he was not called up for the November international window, Deschamps admitted that the captain of the French team He is “in a complicated situation.” However, he assured that this does not detract from his past achievements and that although his performance was lower in 2024, he remains a fundamental pillar of the team.
Another of those who also referred to Mbappé’s present was a teammate of the national team. During the program Canal Football ClubLiverpool defender Ibrahima Konate He also spoke about the situation of the Real Madrid attacker and highlighted the exceptional pressure he faces.
Konaté stated that he always mentions a phrase that demonstrates the level of tension that the French star is experiencing: “I want your level of football, but I don’t want your life”. In addition, he emphasized that beyond sharing space on the national team’s roster, Mbappé is his friend and they will always be ready to support him. “If Kylian has psychological problems in his life, we will always be there to help him”he stated, adding that all players face bumps in their career and he is not worried about the future of the former PSG striker.
Earlier this week, the newspaper The Team cited sources close to Mbappé, noting that the Real Madrid forward I would be going through a difficult time mentally. An anonymous source, who according to the media interacts with Mbappé daily, indicated that ““Kylian has had a mental problem for several months” and that he is working with specialists to overcome it. This revelation has become more relevant as the world of football begins to recognize and address the mental health challenges faced by players in today’s competitive and highly demanding environment.
The French team comes from draw 0-0 against Israel in his first match and this Sunday he will star in an exciting duel against the great Azzurro team for the sixth date of the Nations League for Group 3 where Italia She leads the area with 13 points and the Gauls follow her with 10.
