10:30  ,  February 27, 2026

Mbappe avoiding surgical intervention to preserve 2026 World Cup dream

Kylian Mbappe does not want to undergo surgery to ensure he is fit for the 2026 World Cup, AS reports.

The 27-year-old star striker of the French national team and Real Madrid has had a knee ligament problem since December 2025.


Recently, Mbappe missed the second leg of Real’s knockout phase playoff in the UEFA Champions League against Benfica.

Mbappe has played 33 matches for Real Madrid so far this season, scoring 38 goals and providing 6 assists.

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