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Kylian Mbappe’s First-Half Performance Goes Viral as PSG Substitutes Him at Half-Time

Football — 03/02/2024

Kylian Mbappe’s Performance in the First Half Goes Viral as He Is Substituted at Half-Time. Kylian Mbappe’s first-half performance during the AS Monaco vs Paris Saint Germain match has gone viral. The French superstar was substituted at half-time, which drew significant attention to his performance.

Footage of Kylian Mbappe's first-half performance goes viral, PSG had no choice but to take him off after 45 minutes

On Friday night, PSG faced Monaco at the Stade Louis II, aiming to maintain their lead in the race for the Ligue 1 title. Despite their dominance in possession and shots on target, PSG failed to find the back of the net, resulting in a goalless draw against Adi Hutter’s team. This extended PSG’s lead at the top of Ligue 1 to 12 points over second-placed Brest.

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However, Mbappe’s substitution by manager Luis Enrique before the start of the second half became the focal point of the match. Randal Kolo Muani replaced him on the pitch, and Mbappe watched the rest of the game from the stands with his family instead of returning to the bench.

A video highlighting Mbappe’s performance in the first half has gained widespread attention. The 25-year-old struggled to make a significant impact during those 45 minutes and lost possession multiple times. French news outlet L’Equipe even gave him a low rating of just three out of 10, as reported by journalist Robin Bairner.

Nevertheless, considering Mbappe’s status as PSG’s main figure in recent seasons, he is entitled to an off night. PSG manager Enrique addressed the decision, stating, “It’s 100% a coach’s decision. Sooner or later, we will have to get used to playing without Kylian. It’s a decision that I made with the aim of doing the best for the team.”100% a coach’s decision. Sooner or later, we will have to get used to playing without Kylian. It’s a decision that I made with the

He further commented, “I’m not going to get into this game. I’m a professional, I don’t have a problem. It’s just a question of handling a situation that is best for the team.” In response to repeated questions about the substitution, Enrique amusingly said, “Three questions, all on the same subject, it’s a hat-trιck. Are we going to go for four?”

PSG will return to action next week when they face Real Sociedad in the Champions League on Tuesday night.