RMC Sport – Kylian Mbappé was substituted at half-time, not injured
Kylian Mbappé, playing on the left with the captain’s armband, was replaced at half-time in the Monaco-PSG match on Friday night, in the opening game of the 24th round of Ligue 1. The player was replaced by Randal Kolo Muani after the break. According to our information, Kylian Mbappé was not injured: it was coach Luis Enrique’s choice to substitute the forward.
Mbappé had taken a knock in the first half on one occasion, slightly impacted by a tackle from Maripan. However, he had continued playing the match normally. After being substituted, the player quickly changed. Cameras from the broadcaster captured images of Mbappé smiling in the corridors of Louis-II, fully changed. He then went to greet the Parisian fans, taking some selfies, before sitting next to his mother in the stands.
The match ended 0-0 between Monaco and Paris!A goalless but exciting match nonetheless. Monaco dominated the first half, the second half was more balanced, and AS Monaco will surely have some regrets. Donnarumma made some miraculous saves with several big stops. Mbappé only played one half, substituted at half-time despite not being injured.
Maripan’s header!But it lacks power, easily caught by Donnarumma.Only 2 minutes of stoppage timeIt’s time to hurry to score a goal, for both teams.Barcola makes a strong return on SingoBut the assistant referee signals a foul that the center referee had not seen.Donnarumma comes out to meet Balogun!Once again, the Italian is alert to cover the depth and prevent Balogun from a one-on-one.Dembélé dribbles and passes to LeeThe Korean fails to follow up with a shot on his first touch, it was a good opportunity. Paris pushes on.
Kang-in Lee comes onHe replaces Carlos Soler for the last 5 minutes. This is the final substitution for Paris.Singo clears the ball againThe Ivorian is faultless so far. He clears the ball in front of Barcola after a run by Dembélé.Monaco wins fewer ballsAnd especially fewer high balls, which had allowed Monaco to counterattack quickly for an hour.Fofana scares himselfTrying to clear the danger, he almost put it in his own goal.
Vitinha shoots at Majecki!Barcola and Vitinha combine well in the box. The Frenchman sets up the Portuguese, who attempts a shot towards the far post. Majecki stretches well and pushes it out for a corner.Paris is less threatened in the second halfEven without Mbappé, it’s going better. Majecki finally being tested.Singo’s sombrero on Barcola!Unexpected defensive gesture, Barcola is surprised and commits a foul. Subsequently, Singo clears the ball well and sends Balogun deep once again. Mukiele is not fast enough to intervene, but Beraldo blocks the shot.Ben Seghir comes onHe replaces Akliouche, who had a very good match and had two big chances, each saved by Donnarumma. Ben Seghir will play on the left, with Minamino moving to the right.
MAJECKI’S SAVE IN FRONT OF BARCOLA!PARIS KEEPS PUSHING! In the box, Barcola accelerates towards goal, tries to finish with his left foot and is blocked by Majecki, who pushes the ball away with his head! Still 0-0 in an exciting match.
Donnarumma intervenesThen Majecki. The Italian covers the depth in front of Balogun, once again launched behind the defense. Then the Polish goalkeeper catches Dembélé’s cross.Vitinha to Kolo MuaniThe pass in the box was well placed. Good defending from Kehrer to prevent danger.Barcola’s shot saved by Majecki!He had some space! Cutting inside, Barcola manages to create a shooting opportunity. But his shot is a bit too low and central, Majecki saves it in two attempts.
Mukiele!Vitinha’s corner is deflected and reaches Mukiele. Caught off guard, he knee-jerks without being able to beat Majecki who catches the ball.Barcola dribbles past!He manages to cross the ball, which is pushed out for a corner by Maripan and then Singo.BERALDO!The Brazilian had the upper hand over Majecki from the indirect free-kick, but his header is off target.
Dembélé and Nuno Mendes come onRamos and Hernandez come off. Kolo Muani will move back to the center.
BEN YEDDER HITS THE CROSSBAR!WHAT A STRIKE! On a low pass behind the defense, he volleys with his left foot. It smashes against the crossbar, with Donnarumma beaten. Ben Yedder is flagged offside, but it could have been reviewed by VAR.MINAMINO ON THE BREAK!He tries to slide the ball to Ben Yedder or Balogun, but he is surrounded by three Paris players and gets blocked. PSG is in danger on every Monaco counterattack.
Despite being substituted at half-time, Mbappé seemed very relaxed in the corridors of Louis-II, quickly changing and interacting with fans before taking a seat next to his mother in the stands.
Vitinha attempts a half-volleyQuick follow-up but it’s off target. Paris still struggling to create scoring opportunities through collective movements.
Ben Yedder goes down in the boxNo penalty according to the referee. The captain was sandwiched between Hernandez and Ugarte, but no foul was given.
Barcola tries to dribble past opponents.He is well marked for now, but danger could come from him.
Mbappé did not return to the bench, joining the official stand where his mother was present.
Monaco had a chance in the second half but failed to capitalize on it, while PSG improved their defense despite Mbappé being substituted. The match ended in a goalless draw.
