Kylian Mbappe faced an injury during France's Euro 2024 opener against Austria, where he broke his nose after colliding with Kevin Danso.
Mbappe showcased his lighthearted response to the injury on social media, asking for suggestions about protective mask designs.
Despite the injury, Mbappe displayed resilience and a strong performance throughout the match, contributing significantly before the incident occurred.
Speculations arose that Mbappe might need to wear a protective mask for the remainder of Euro 2024 due to his injury.
France, after a lukewarm start in Euro 2024, will rely on Mbappe's positive attitude and potential return to boost team morale and performance.
The injury occurred in the 87th minute, forcing Mbappe to leave the pitch, with Olivier Giroud replacing him in the 90th minute.
France's coach, Didier Deschamps, acknowledged Mbappe's injury post-match, confirming the potential severity of the broken nose.
Mbappe's strong showing included assisting in an own goal and winning several key duels, demonstrating his impactful presence on the field.