France captain Kylian Mbappe missed training on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, due to flu-like symptoms, casting doubt on his availability for the upcoming Nations League matches. The Real Madrid forward stayed at the team's base in Clairefontaine while his teammates trained. New coach Zinedine Zidane, who took over after the 2026 World Cup, is preparing for his first match in charge against Turkey on Friday in Kocaeli. France also face Belgium, Italy, and Belgium again in the international window. Mbappe's condition will be monitored ahead of the match.
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