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<p style="display: none;">Article continues below</p><p style="display: none;">Article continues below</p><p style="display: none;">Article continues below</p><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>Mbappe broke his nose during Euro 2024</li><li>Must use a mask as a protection</li><li>Maupay lent him a hilarious suggestion</li></ul>

Neal Maupay to replace Kylian Mbappe?! Premier League wind-up merchant sends France superstar hilarious mask idea after he suffered horror nose break at Euro 2024

<p>Mbappe was forced to leave the field <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/kylian-mbappe-appears-to-break-nose-collision-france-austria-euro-2024/blta3e8bdbbc801f8ea" target="_blank">with a broken nose</a> after he collided with Austria and Lens defender Kevin Danso during <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/france-player-ratings-vs-austria-kylian-mbappe-fluffs-lines-euro-2024-opener/blt5c816f3b5d2213ed" target="_blank">Les Bleus' 1-0 triumph</a> in their campaign opener. Subsequent medical examinations revealed that surgery would not be necessary, allowing for a recovery plan that <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/kylian-mbappe-fitted-custom-mask-really-bad-nose-break-france-sweat-star-forward-availability-netherlands-hospital-tests/blt78e67833ad3169ab" target="_blank">includes wearing a protective mask.</a></p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>Despite the painful setback, Mbappe maintained his characteristic good humour. Shortly after the game, he took to social media to engage with his fans, posting a light-hearted query: "Any ideas for masks?" The post quickly went viral, attracting a slew of creative and humorous responses from fans and fellow athletes alike.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>One of the standout responses came from Everton striker, Maupay. In a playful gesture, Maupay shared a mask idea - which was simply a picture of himself!</p><p></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><a href="https://t.co/mmKztMRr94">https://t.co/mmKztMRr94</a> <a href="https://t.co/I6d5ZOtYQ2">pic.twitter.com/I6d5ZOtYQ2</a></p>— Neal Maupay (@nealmaupay_) <a href="https://twitter.com/nealmaupay_/status/1803006299996623115?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 18, 2024</a></blockquote>
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WHAT MAUPAY SAID

<p>Mbappe's injury has left the French team in a state of uncertainty. With crucial matches ahead, including a high-stakes game against the Netherlands, the team is anxiously awaiting updates on their captain's condition. It has been reported that the French medical team have commissioned a custom mask designed to protect his nose while allowing him to continue playing. However, the timeline for his return remains uncertain.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR MBAPPE?

Neal Maupay to replace Kylian Mbappe?! Premier League wind-up merchant sends France superstar hilarious mask idea after he suffered horror nose break at Euro 2024 | Goal.com

Neil Maupay sent Kylian Mbappe a hilarious face mask idea after the French superstar suffered a horror nose break against Austria at Euro 2024.