Did Mbappé's new boots cause his injury? Theory grows after France scare | OneFootball

Kylian Mbappé sparked alarm in France and at Real Madrid after leaving the match against Turkey with discomfort in his left knee, just a few minutes after scoring the only goal of the game.

The French forward grabbed the affected area and had to be substituted. This Saturday he will return to Madrid to undergo further tests to determine the extent of the injury, which is related to the tendon in his left knee. For now, there is no definitive diagnosis regarding its severity or how long he will be out.

His new boots at the center of speculation

While awaiting the medical results, a theory began circulating among fans and sports specialists: the change of boots Mbappé made just before the match.

The Frenchman debuted his first model from the brand On this Friday, after ending his relationship with Nike. The change in footwear has led some traumatologists and experts to examine whether a sudden change in the boots’ characteristics could have influenced the onset of the discomfort.

The theory points to factors such as the shape of the boot, stud pressure, the stiffness and height of the sole, cushioning, or even the overall weight. Any change in these elements can slightly alter the way forces are transmitted from the feet to the ankles, knees, and muscle chains.

There is no confirmation that the boots caused the injury

However, so far there is no medical confirmation, nor any from Mbappé’s camp, directly linking the new boots to the injury.

The possibility remains only a hypothesis while the forward awaits the tests that will determine what really happened and how long he will have to stay off the pitch.

For Real Madrid, the priority will be to know the diagnosis as soon as possible. Mbappé plays a fundamental role within the team, and a prolonged absence would be a major blow just after the international break.

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