Kylian Mbappe has paid homage to Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi ahead of France's Nations League clash against Croatia.
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Speaking ahead of the UEFA Nations League quarterfinal clash between France and Croatia, Mbappe was asked about Ronaldo and Messi. (via RMC Sport)
"I'm not trying to take their place. They are irreplaceable.
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"They're legends who have defined an era. It's important, but it's all about numbers. If I score more goals than Ronaldo, it doesn't mean I'm bigger, it just means my first season is going better."
Mbappe has had troubles within the France setup in recent times, but the hope is that all issues have been buried in the past and all parties can move on.