Kylian Mbappé Leads France into Euro 2024 with Ambitions of Redemption

With a second-best chance of victory at Euro 2024, France is poised to make a strong run, led by captain Kylian Mbappé. Despite a gut-wrenching loss in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Mbappé remains determined to bring glory to his nation and cement his legacy as one of the greatest footballers of his generation.

France, the current runners-up of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, are aiming to capture the Euro 2024 title under the leadership of their star striker, Kylian Mbappé. As captain, Mbappé is eager to lead his team to victory and bring pride to the nation after their heartbreaking penalty kick defeat to Lionel Messi's Argentina in December.

In an exclusive interview with CNN Sports, Mbappé expressed his aspirations and the importance of securing a win at Euro 2024, his first major tournament as captain: "It's going to be an amazing experience, for sure … I really want to win this. It's my first competition as captain, so it's really important for me, and it's always important for the country, and we want them to be proud of us."

Mbappé's hunger for triumph is fueled by the disappointment of the 2022 World Cup final, where he scored twice for France and finished as the tournament's leading scorer with eight goals. While the loss to Argentina remains a bitter memory, Mbappé believes it's crucial to focus on the present and learn from the experience: "I think we have to move forward. Of course, we were hurt that we were close to [being] back-to-back [World Cup champions], something amazing, something historic. Everybody loved the game, exception us; we didn't love that, but it's part of the game. Now, when I watch the video of the game, I watch with a smile because it's part of the history, and we know what we have to do if we're in the final again."

Mbappé, who was part of France's victorious 2018 World Cup squad, brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the team. His remarkable talent and determination have made him one of the most highly-rated players in the world.

Off the international stage, Mbappé recently concluded a successful seven-year stint with Paris Saint-Germain, where he established himself as a maestro of the game. He has now embarked on a new chapter in his career with Real Madrid, adding to his already impressive accolades.

France will begin their Euro 2024 campaign on June 17th, facing Austria in Group D. The tournament promises to be a grand spectacle of football, and with Mbappé at the helm, France is poised to make a strong run and challenge for the coveted trophy.