Official: Paris SG statement on Mbappe’s injury following Marseille

Paris Saint-Germain’s Luis Enrique confirmed Kylian Mbappe has not suffered a serious injury despite limping out of the win over Marseille.

In the “super classic” French match between PSG and Marseille in round 6 of Ligue 1 of the 2023/24 season, Kylian Mbappe received a very hard tackle from Leonardo Balerdi, forcing him to leave the field for treatment. beside. After being treated by a doctor, Mbappe once again took the field to try to continue playing.

 

But the 1998-born striker’s remaining playing time was very short as he soon kicked the ball out and went straight into the tunnel. However, now PSG coach Luis Enrique has confirmed that the injury is not as serious as some feared.

“It’s not serious, but he’s in pain. I think it would be smarter to replace Mbappe. It was a shock but he’s fine,” the Spanish coach told reporters after the match.

Despite the absence of the 2022 World Cup top scorer, PSG still defeated their opponent in the derby with a score of 4-0 at the Parc des Princes Stadium. Achraf Hakimi scored a great free kick to open the scoring in the 8th minute and then Randal Kolo Muani scored his first goal in a PSG shirt.

 

The visitors continued to apply pressure and were rewarded for their efforts when Goncalo Ramos scored twice in the second half to seal a comprehensive victory.

Meanwhile, Mbappe is in impressive form this season and has scored 7 goals in just 5 appearances in Ligue 1. The former Monaco star hopes to return to action when PSG takes on Clermont Foot on the 30th. September.