“Griezmann was killed, help him, he doesn’t deserve such criticism”
Kylian Mbappe He gave a press conference before tomorrow’s game with Portugal. And once again it left no one indifferent. He insisted that Christian was always a reference point for him, but above all, he steadfastly defended Griezmann although he acknowledged that the Red and Whites are not going through the best of times. As for the legislative elections next Sunday, Mbappe was even more decisive than in his first appearance at the Euros.
Griezmann support: “He’s been savaged a bit lately. I find it difficult and unfair. Especially since the criticism is coming from home. He’s going through tough times, but we have to support him, he’s done a lot for the national team.” It’s tough for him now, and that has to be said, and it would be great if everyone supported him, including the media. It’s a shame, everyone can have their say, but it hurts me. Players of the modern era, you know: “When you support him, he’s trying his best. Help him, because he’s an important player for us.”
Legislative elections: “More than ever we have to go to the polls, we cannot leave the country in the hands of these people. Sunday’s result was disastrous and we hope that people will vote for the right.”
Mbappe’s political joke with a “far left” journalist: “Thank God…”
Why he plays less deep now: “You always have to adapt to all situations, to your teammates. Many people refer to the way I played when I arrived, but they were different players. Before, there was Pogba, who would give you those balls, and today, with the players I have, they have less profile to play deeper. But I like depth.”
His physical form: “I don’t think I have recovered my legs yet. I have never been a player who makes excuses. I need good physical preparation, and that will be the case with Real Madrid.”
Keys to the match: “I have always said that the Euro is very difficult, you need to play in detail, every detail is important. We need to be strong in both areas, these are two teams that are aiming to reach the semi-finals. We have improved in training, in intensity, in precision. We are ready.”
Your injury: “I have to tell the truth, I’m lucky to be here, so I have to thank the mask. I can’t say anything else. I’m lucky to be able to play tomorrow.”
Rabiot is low and Camavinga can enter: “They are two completely different players. Kama plays for Madrid and has shown that he can play big, and if someone else plays, he will do well too.”