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Article continues belowArticle continues belowArticle continues below<script type="application/json" data-placement="fcplayer-semantic">{"type":"fcplayer-semantic","data":{"embedCode":"//cdn.fcp.codes/embed-code-template/embed-code-template.js#SEMANTIC_5704afb8-c10b-4ba5-9cb4-d7fb6098ef90"}}</script><ul><li>France had a poor start to the Nations League</li><li>Fans expressed disappointment before the Belgium match</li><li>Mbappe &amp; Deschamps targeted</li></ul>

'Mediocre' Kylian Mbappe told France boos a result of fans being 'bored' - with national team 'going backwards' under Didier Deschamps

UEFA Nations League A

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Despite France's eventual 2-0 win over Belgium, which saw goals from <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/france-player-ratings-vs-belgium-ousmane-dembele-psg-electrifying-display-kevin-de-bruyne-and-co/blte9dd815f038a4f11" target="_blank">Randal Kolo Muani and Ousmane Dembele</a>, the evening was marred by brewing discontent among fans. The dissatisfaction was evident even before the game began at the Groupama Stadium, with fans expressing their frustration through whistles when the team lineup was announced.

WHAT HAPPENED?

The boos were aimed at several figures, including Bradley Barcola, whose move from Lyon to Paris Saint-Germain had upset many OL supporters, and former Marseille player Matteo Guendouzi. However, the most notable targets were coach <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/no-longer-scary-kylian-mbappe-told-not-explosive-decisive-france-legend-bixente-lizarazu/bltce04b95e02f80781" target="_blank">Deschamps and Mbappe</a>.The discontent surrounding Mbappe appears to be linked to his recent remarks and performance. In the lead-up to the match, Mbappe made headlines with his comments about fan reactions being "the least of [his] worries". This statement did not sit well with the French fans, potentially exacerbating the criticism directed at him.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<a href="https://rmcsport.bfmtv.com/football/equipe-de-france/ils-incarnent-ce-desamour-riolo-n-est-pas-surpris-par-les-sifflets-contre-deschamps-et-mbappe-lors-de-france-belgique_AV-202409090993.html" target="_blank">RMC Sport</a> journalist Daniel Riolo suggested that the boos were indicative of the broader dissatisfaction with the French team’s current state. He argued that under Deschamps the team has stagnated while a misfiring Mbappe symbolises the widespread "disillusionment" of the side."They embody this lack of love," Riolo said on After Foot. "Deschamps embodies the fact that we are bored when we watch the French team, and Mbappe embodies a bit of the disillusionment with this player, his character, everything that has happened over the last year, everything he represents in this football that is going backwards and is no longer popular."The two are linked. Mbappe has been saving Deschamps' back all the time since the 2022 World Cup. Today Mbappe is mediocre, the French team is not good and even tonight we will have to highlight at least his reaction of pride which is interesting given the context, and there is a Deschamps who finds himself with a team to rebuild."

WHAT DANIEL RIOLO SAID

Mbappe is indeed going through a lean patch of form and has failed to find the net in his last five appearances for Les Bleus. His last goal from open play with the French team came seven matches ago, in a Euro 2024 preparation match against Luxembourg. Despite what is a barren run by the Real Madrid star's own high standards, Deschamps is not worried about Mbappe’s form.“I am not at all worried and I have never been. We are a bit too focused on him," Deschamps told TF1. "The France national team will always be stronger with him. I am convinced that in a month, he will be better. I’m not worried about Kylian in any case."

DID YOU KNOW?

Although Mbappe struck a brace against Real Betis with Real Madrid before heading for international duty, he has largely endured a slow start to life in the Spanish capital. And following a disappointing international break, Carlo Ancelotti will have the onus to bring out the best version of the player against Real Sociedad in La Liga on Saturday.

WHAT NEXT FOR MBAPPE?

'Mediocre' Kylian Mbappe told France boos a result of fans being 'bored' - with national team 'going backwards' under Didier Deschamps | Goal.com

Kylian Mbappe has been told he was booed by France fans against Belgium because they are &quot;bored&quot; with the national team.

&apos;Mediocre&apos; Kylian Mbappe told France boos a result of fans being &apos;bored&apos; - with national team &apos;going backwards&apos; under Didier Deschamps