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The Paris 2024 Olympic Games are approaching! In several weeks, the world will have its eyes fixed on France and the French capital. This year, the football section could be one of the most followed.
The French team which will be guided by Thierry Henry could field a more than competitive team cut out for victory and the gold medal.
Unless there is a major turnaround, Kylian Mbappé should be one of those selected and wear the captain’s armband of the Blues.
However, if he should indeed be present for the tournament at the end of July, Kylian Mbappé could be disappointed. Indeed, according to information from the newspaper Le Parisian, the Paris Saint-Germain striker does not meet certain criteria to occupy this role as standard bearer of the French delegation during the opening ceremony.
Considered the most influential French sportsman and known in the world, he was logically a candidate for this role. Victor Wembanyama (basketball) and Antoine Dupont (rugby) are also excluded from the list of French candidates.
Who with Kylian Mbappé at the 2024 Olympics?
Thierry Henry wants to field the best possible team to seek Olympic gold next August. The Olympic coach can count on 3 players who are over 23 years old in his squad.
There are therefore two places left to accompany KM7. According to the latest reports, the two remaining places could be given to Antoine Griezmann and Olivier Giroud. To be continued…
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Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, Manu's expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans. Feel free to follow Manu on Twitter and interact with him as he shares his expert opinions, insights, and love for French football.
