Mbappe discusses World Cup bonuses with French football federation on behalf of national team

According to the latest news from L'Équipe, Kylian Mbappe, captain of the French team, has become the main spokesperson for the players' group in his communication with Philippe Diallo, president of the French Football Federation.

During the preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the French national team players and the French Football Federation discussed tournament bonuses and the conditions for accommodating families during the FIFA World Cup, with some exchanges being quite tense.

According to L'Équipe, in this situation, Mbappe, as the national team captain, took the initiative to speak out and convey the demands of his teammates. However, the report also pointed out that Diallo did not perceive particularly strong opposition, and some players specifically emphasized that their demands were not for personal gain or to get rich quickly.

It is worth mentioning that the veteran national players selected for the 26-man squad will donate part or all of their bonuses to charity associations, or distribute them to French team staff who are not eligible for bonuses.