Mbappé reveals Internal Struggles with Pressure, Says Passion Fuels His Drive
Madrid, Spain – Kylian Mbappé, the French football superstar now playing for Real Madrid, has opened up about the intense pressure he faces and the internal battles he fights to maintain his relentless pursuit of victory. In a recent interview,Mbappé detailed the challenges of expressing vulnerability as a top athlete and emphasized that his passion for the game is what prevents him from being “disgusted” by the demands of professional football.
Mbappé’s comments come as he transitions to a new club and continues to shoulder the expectations of a nation. The forward, who previously played for both “Duke” team and Paris Saint-Germain, explained the double standard athletes face when discussing their struggles. While acknowledging pain or fatigue after a loss is frequently enough met with criticism, success shields players from similar scrutiny.”If he initially said it,you would lose everything and tear it with their words. But when you win,no one can approach you,” Mbappé stated.
The 2024 interview also touched on the delicate balance between public perception and personal feelings. Mbappé noted that expressing vulnerability is easier in victory, stating, “If you win the World Cup, come after 3 days and ask me, I can say it. But after defeat? People will not accept it.” He further revealed his self-critical nature, admitting he is frequently enough harsher on himself than others and accepts blame as a consequence.
mbappé, who scored twice in recent World Cup qualifiers against Ukraine and Iceland, underscored that the most important challenges are internal. He believes the inability to accept failure is a driving force behind his success, even if it means facing public criticism. “I have never wanted to accept failure,so I do not mind if people blame me for that,” he said. Ultimately, Mbappé insists it is his unwavering passion that sustains him. “Frankly, if I had no passion, football would have sparked my disgrace for a long time.”