Mbappe Urges Coach Deschamps to Retire After World Cup

French national team captain Kylian Mbappe has expressed his desire for coach Didier Deschamps to retire from international management after the 2026 World Cup. Mbappe hopes his mentor will conclude his tenure with the French team on a high note, potentially with another major trophy.

Sources indicate that Mbappe is actively attempting to persuade Deschamps to step down after the tournament. The star forward reportedly views Deschamps' potential departure as the ideal way for the coach to end his highly successful career with the national squad. This comes amid ongoing speculation about Deschamps' future coaching possibilities.

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I want my mentor, Didier Deschamps, to close his international career with a bang after the 2026 World Cup and not accept any offers to manage other national teams.

Mbappe has publicly dismissed rumors suggesting Deschamps might take on a coaching role with another national team, specifically mentioning Italy. The French captain's focus remains on ensuring a successful conclusion to Deschamps' time with France, emphasizing his loyalty and respect for the current manager.

Deschamps, who has led France to numerous successes, including the 2018 World Cup title and the Euro 2016 final, has yet to officially announce his long-term plans. Mbappe's comments add another layer to the discussions surrounding the future leadership of the French national team.

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Mbappe admitted he is trying to influence Deschamps' future plans, describing speculation about the 57-year-old coach potentially managing the Italian national team as something...