Kylian Mbappé gives the definition of a good captain

Captain of the France team since the international retirement of Hugo Lloris in 2022, Kylian Mbappé (27 years old) has

By Manu Tournoux · French Football Weekly

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 2:29 AM

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Kylian Mbappé defined a good captain as someone who unites teammates and puts the squad in optimal conditions.
Mbappé shared his thoughts on leadership during an interview with World Eleven.
The 27-year-old forward has captained the France national team since Hugo Lloris retired from international duty in 2022.

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France captain Kylian Mbappé has shared his perspective on what constitutes a successful team leader following nearly four years wearing the national team armband. In an interview with World Eleven, the 27-year-old explained that an effective captain must unite the squad, connect with others, and work to put teammates in the best possible conditions to succeed.

Mbappé succeeded Hugo Lloris as the captain of the French national team following the veteran goalkeeper's international retirement in 2022. The Bondy native noted that while everyone holds a unique view of leadership, prioritizing the collective environment remains essential.

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