Kylian Mbappe will miss France’s upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifier against Iceland after sustaining a right ankle injury during the team’s 3-0 win over Azerbaijan.

The 26-year-old forward, who has scored 14 goals in 10 appearances for Real Madrid this season, picked up the injury in the 83rd minute of the match. He had already contributed one goal and one assist before limping off the field.

France coach Didier Deschamps confirmed Mbappe’s withdrawal and released him back to his club. The French Football Federation stated that no replacement will be named for the match.

France currently tops Group D with nine points from three matches. The team will travel to Reykjavik to face third-placed Iceland on Monday. Mbappe’s absence could impact France’s attacking options, but the squad remains

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