Portugal is set to clash with France for a coveted spot in Euro 2024’s semi-finals, highlighting the face-off between Nuno Mendes and Kylian Mbappe, his ex-cohort.
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Amid the buildup to the intense quarter-final clash at Euro 2024, Nuno Mendes stands ready to take on Kylian Mbappe.
Mbappe, freshly signed by Real Madrid, previously collaborated with Mendes at PSG for two years.
The French skipper has tucked away only a single penalty in this competition, a decision-maker against Poland. Yet, his usual luster seems muted.
Mendes, aware of Mbappe’s prowess, eagerly anticipates their Friday showdown at Volksparkstadion.
“He might not challenge my side, but I’m geared up if he does. I’ve honed my skills for such pivotal encounters,” Mendes declared. “Their squad packs talent, yet so does ours. Our strategy is to negate their strengths and execute our style.”
The spotlight intensifies on Mbappe and Cristiano Ronaldo, each vying to propel their team into the semi-finals.
Ronaldo’s recent penalty miss during the knockout against Slovenia continues to haunt him as he still seeks his first tournament goal after 20 attempts.
Mendes remarked on the privilege of playing alongside both Mbappe and Ronaldo, recognizing the distinct edge they bring to the pitch.
“High caliber, phenomenal talents, they thrive in game-changing moments,” he stated. “Sharing the pitch with Mbappe and Ronaldo was a treat; their knack for turning the tide is awe-inspiring.”
