Kylian Mbappe scored two goals in a practice match, marking his return to action following a broken nose suffered in France’s Euro 2024 opener.
Wearing a protective mask, he participated in the entire match, comprising two 30-minute halves, against the under-21 team of German club Paderborn.
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Despite being France’s captain, Mbappe remained on the bench for the goalless draw against the Netherlands on Friday, following his injury sustained against Austria on Monday.
In the behind-closed-doors friendly on Saturday, the 25-year-old played alongside his fellow teammates, registering two assists along with his goals.
France is set to face Poland in their final Group D match in Dortmund on Tuesday.