16.11.2024 Deschamps about Mbappe not being called up to the national team: It was my decision, Kylian wanted to come. This is not related to non-sports issues.

Didier Deschamps explained why he did not call up Kylian Mbappe to the national team. The Real Madrid striker was not included in the squad for the matches with Israel and Italy in the Nations League.  
I had several conversations with him. I thought about it and made this decision at this meeting. I think it will be better this way. I`m not going to argue.
What I can tell you is two things: Kylian wanted to come and it has nothing to do with non-sporting issues where there is a presumption of innocence. I have chosen this lineup for the two upcoming matches.  
This is my decision, it will be better this way. I understand that this is not enough for you, but I do not intend to enter into a discussion that will lead to different interpretations of my words. “I don’t want to tell you more, I take responsibility for this decision, ” said the head coach of the French national team.