June 18th 2024.
On Monday, Kylian Mbappe, the captain of the French national team, suffered a fractured nose during their opening match against Austria in Euro 2024. It was a worrying moment for both the players and fans as the 25-year-old forward was subbed off and taken to the hospital for further evaluation.
The injury occurred in the 86th minute of the game when Mbappe went up for a header and collided with Austria's Kevin Danso. After receiving treatment on the pitch, it was confirmed that Mbappe had broken his nose, but thankfully, he would not require surgery.
The French Football Federation released a statement saying that Mbappe would continue to receive treatment and would wear a protective mask when he returned to action. They also mentioned that the team doctor, Dr. Franck Le Gall, had diagnosed him with a nose fracture and that he would not undergo surgery in the immediate future.
Mbappe himself even made light of the situation on social media, asking for ideas for a mask to wear. French manager Didier Deschamps also commented on Mbappe's injury, stating that it would be a big blow for the team if he couldn't play in the tournament.
While the recommended healing time for a broken nose is 2-3 weeks, Mbappe should be able to return to action sooner with the help of a protective mask. France's upcoming fixtures in Euro 2024 include a match against the Netherlands on Friday and a game against Poland the following Tuesday.
Although there is no confirmation on when Mbappe will be able to return to the field, it is expected that he will still be able to play a part in the tournament. Fans will have to wait and see if he will be able to make a comeback in time for France's next match.
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