Ousmane Dembele has spoken out against the intense criticism of France captain Kylian Mbappe, calling it excessive following Real Madrid's trophyless season and scrutiny in France.
Dembele backs Mbappe amid captaincy criticism
Jun 13, 2026
12:15 am
What's the storyFrance forward Ousmane Dembele has come to the defense of his national team captain, Kylian Mbappe.
The France forward said the criticism aimed at the Real Madrid striker has gone "too far."
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