Kylian Mbappé Promises Imaginary Flute Celebration After "After Hours" Appearance
Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- French national football team captain Kylian Mbappé appeared on James Corden's show, "After Hours."
- Mbappé attempted to play the flute, an instrument he learned as a child, but admitted he had forgotten how.
- He promised Corden he would try integrating an imaginary flute into his goal celebrations if he scores against Senegal.
Kylian Mbappé, the captain of the French national football team, showcased a surprising talent – or lack thereof – during his appearance on James Corden's "After Hours" show. While known for his prowess on the football pitch, Mbappé's musical abilities were put to the test when he attempted to play the flute.
"My parents wanted me to try everything, you never know," Mbappé explained, recalling his childhood attempts at learning the instrument. After several tries, he managed to produce a few notes, much to his own amusement. "I've forgotten everything," he confessed with a grin.
Corden, ever the entertainer, offered a diplomatic response, assuring Mbappé that his performance wasn't "that bad." He then proposed a creative suggestion: integrating an imaginary flute into Mbappé's signature goal celebrations. Instead of his usual arm gestures, Corden envisioned Mbappé miming playing the flute and blowing into it.
Mbappé, embracing the playful challenge, promised Corden that he would try out this unique celebration idea if he scores against Senegal on Tuesday.
Originally published by Der Spiegel in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.