MADRID — As the international football community gears up for this summer’s highly anticipated World Cup in North America, Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappé has shared his personal ambitions for the tournament, specifically highlighting a desire to face off against two of the sport’s most iconic figures: Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar Jr.
In a recent interview with Sorare, the 27-year-old French forward expressed his profound respect for the pair, acknowledging the historic nature of their potential final appearances on the global stage. "I dream of facing Cristiano and Neymar at the World Cup," Mbappé stated. "It will be their last World Cup."
Mbappé, who is set to lead France as they chase a second world title following their 2018 triumph, remains one of the most lethal attackers in the game. His previous World Cup outing in Qatar remains etched in football history, where he delivered an unforgettable hat-trick in the final, despite France’s eventual defeat to Argentina.
Heading into this summer’s tournament, Les Bleus are once again viewed as the favorites. Mbappé’s focus, however, extends beyond simply winning the trophy; he is looking for the opportunity to test himself against his former teammates and legendary rivals one final time. As Ronaldo and Neymar approach the twilight of their storied international careers, a potential matchup with Mbappé would serve as a fitting clash of generations on the biggest stage in football.
