France captain Kylian Mbappé makes an emotional tribute to Didier Deschamps as the veteran coach prepares to step down after France’s World Cup campaign. Multiple reports say Deschamps has announced he will leave the role after a 14-year tenure with the national team. The tribute comes as France prepares for the World Cup third-place playoff against England following a semifinal loss to Spain. Mbappé addresses Deschamps in a message posted on X, praising his influence on French football and describing him as a central figure in the team’s renewal over the years. Mbappé also acknowledges the team’s disappointment, saying France could not deliver a better ending for Deschamps, referring to the outcome of the tournament. He adds that he feels privileged to have worked alongside Deschamps, citing positive shared memories and accomplishments. The reports also note that the match against England is presented as Deschamps’ final game in charge of France, closing his long period leading “Les Bleus.”