Kylian Mbappe is going through “a difficult period” of struggles, said France boss Didier Deschamps, who left the forward out of his UEFA Nations League squad.

Kylian Mbappe will not feature for France this November international break as Les Bleus finish their UEFA Nations League campaign against Israel and Italy. After this next international fortnight, international soccer goes on pause until next March with a fresh slate ahead of FIFA 2026 World Cup qualification for the French.

Kylian Mbappe dedicated Real Madrid's 4-0 La Liga home win against Osasuna to injured teammates Rodrygo Goes, Lucas Vazquez, and Eder Militao

France captain Kylian Mbappe has been left out of Didier Deschamps’s squad for their upcoming Nations League fixtures. It is the second consecutive France squad that Mbappe has been left out of, after missing the October selection due to fitness concerts following a thigh injury.

France coach Didier Deschamps said Thursday that there are both physical and psychological reasons for Kylian Mbappé's rough patch of form. After France drew 0-0 with Israel in the Nations League, Deschamps was again asked about the reasons behind the Real Madrid striker's absence from his squad.

Kylian Mbappe has had a difficult period since his move to Real Madrid in the summer as he has failed to deliver on expectations.The 25-year-old superstar has had his moments but has largely

Kylian Mbappe is facing tough times with Real Madrid and France. Find out what Deschamps revealed about his struggles.