This Wednesday, L’Equipe magazine devoted its latest issue to none other than Kylian Mbappé! The French football sensation opened up in a lengthy interview, giving fans a rare glimpse into his life, both on and off the pitch.
But that’s not all—his family also stepped into the spotlight, revealing their thoughts and experiences regarding their superstar son and brother.
In a candid chat, Mbappé’s father, Wilfrid, his mother, Fayza Lamari, and his brother, Ethan, shared their unique perspectives on his journey to the top of world football. Fayza, in particular, had some eye-opening revelations about Kylian’s early inspirations and idols that shaped his career.
“He started with Zidane at the tender age of four. Then came CR7 when he was at Manchester and later Real Madrid. He also idolized Robinho and Ronaldinho… As for Cristiano, Kylian felt Portuguese in his heart. He would go to a friend’s dad’s house to watch Portugal matches and cheer for Ronaldo. (She laughs.) He was in love! He would say, ‘I am Portuguese,'” she recalled, painting a picture of the young Mbappé consumed by his footballing heroes.
Family Insights into Kylian’s Rise
When pressed by journalists about Kylian’s age during this obsession, Fayza cheekily replied, “Very late. I won’t disclose an age, or he’ll insult me. But it lasted a long time!” This amusing anecdote not only highlights Mbappé’s passion for football but also reveals the lengths he went to in order to connect with his idols.
The interview sheds light on the close-knit family dynamic that has supported Kylian throughout his meteoric rise.
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