France’s captain, Kylian Mbappe, has opened up about the valuable advice and support he continues to receive from Portugal’s legendary forward, Cristiano Ronaldo. Speaking ahead of France’s highly anticipated Euro 2024 quarter-final clash with Portugal, which is set to take place on Friday night, Mbappe expressed his admiration for Ronaldo and shared insights into their relationship.
Mbappe highlighted the mentorship role that Ronaldo, who currently plays for Al Nassr, has taken on in his life. “Cristiano always tries to give me advice and keeps up to date with what is going on with me,” said the French star. This revelation sheds light on the camaraderie between two of football’s most talented players and underscores the respect they have for each other despite being rivals on the international stage.
The 25-year-old Mbappe, who has been a pivotal figure for France in their Euro 2024 campaign, emphasized the significance of playing against Ronaldo. “It is an honour to play against him,” Mbappe remarked, reflecting the sentiment of many young footballers who have grown up idolizing the Portuguese forward.
The clash between France and Portugal is not just a battle between two footballing giants but also a meeting of past and present football icons. Ronaldo, at 39, remains a formidable presence on the field, while Mbappe represents the new generation of elite players making their mark on the sport.
The upcoming match promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams vying for a spot in the Euro 2024 semi-finals. Fans are eagerly looking forward to witnessing the skills of Mbappe and Ronaldo, two players who have had a significant impact on the game and who continue to inspire each other.
As Mbappe leads France against Ronaldo’s Portugal, the mentorship and respect between the two stars will undoubtedly add an extra layer of intrigue and excitement to the already high-stakes quarter-final clash.
“It’s the admiration I have always had for Cristiano, for the player.
“Over time, I have had the chance to get to know him and talk to him many times. We’re still in touch,” said Mbappe at his pre-match press conference ahead of the match.
“He’s always trying to give me advice and keep up to date with what is going on.
“Playing against him is an honour for everything he has done in football.”
