Roy Keane slams Kylian Mbappe’s unsporting behaviour in Austria clash
Roy Keane harshly criticized Kylian Mbappe for his behaviour after the French national team captain returned to the field without the referee's permission in the match against Austria (1-0). "I know players can make mistakes, but to go back on and sit on the pitch, he deserved that yellow card," said the former Irish footballer.
A few minutes before the end of regulation time, Kylian Mbappe headed the ball after a cross into the penalty area and hit his nose on Kevin Danso's shoulder. The French star suffered a fracture.
Meanwhile, after sustaining the injury, Roy Keane harshly criticized Mbappe for his behaviour. First, there was medical intervention, and then Kylian returned to the field without the referee's permission. Shortly after, he sat on the grass and received a yellow card.
After the match, the Manchester United legend criticized Mbappe. "He gets an injury, trying to stop the play, he's gone on to sit on the pitch, I don't like to see this. This is out of order," he said in an interview with ITV Sport.
"I know players can make mistakes, but to go back on and sit on the pitch, he deserved that yellow card I don't like to see it," emphasized the Irish coach and former footballer.
Keane plainly stated that Mbappe's behavior was simply inappropriate.
Kylian Mbappe injured. Will there be surgery?
The French federation stated in a special announcement that Kylian Mbappe will not undergo surgery for now.
"Kylian Mbappé has returned to the base camp of the French team. He will undergo treatment in the coming days, without undergoing surgery immediately. A mask will be made so as to allow the number 10 of the French team to consider resuming competition after a period devoted to treatment," the FFF said in an official statement.
