20.07.2026 16:40
French footballer Kylian Mbappe commented on the final match played between Spain and Argentina. Stating that he did not enjoy the final, Mbappe said, "It felt like there was not a team that reached the final facing Spain, but rather a team fighting to avoid relegation in the league. I can say I was bored watching it."
The FIFA 2026 World Cup final, the biggest stage in world football, made headlines not only for the action on the pitch but also for the post-match comments of French star Kylian Mbappe. Assessing the blockbuster clash between Spain and Argentina, Mbappe did not hide his disappointment, stating that the final lacked excitement.
“IT WAS LIKE A TEAM TRYING TO AVOID RELEGATION”
The experienced striker, expressing that he did not enjoy watching the match, highlighted the imbalance of power on the field, saying, “It felt like there was a team trying to avoid relegation in the league, not a team that had reached the final against Spain. I can say I was bored watching it.”
GOLDEN BOOT GOES TO MBAPPE
After the World Cup concluded, the Golden Boot also went to French player Kylian Mbappe. Mbappe topped the goal-scoring race with 10 goals, while Messi finished second with 8 goals and Erling Haaland third with 7 goals. Additionally, Kylian Mbappe surpassed Messi's 21 goals in World Cup history, claiming the title of the all-time top scorer with 22 goals.