Kylian Mbappé explains his celebration during Lille v PSG

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·9 October 2025

Kylian Mbappé explains his celebration during Lille v PSG

Kylian Mbappé, the 26-year-old forward for Real Madrid and the French National Team, held a press conference this Thursday on the eve of the match against Azerbaijan (World Cup 2026 qualifiers). This was an opportunity to reflect on his celebration of his brother's goal, Ethan Mbappé (18 years old), against Paris Saint-Germain on Sunday with Lille. A last-minute equalizer that was well appreciated.

Mbappé "We shouldn't overdo it."

"It's better because we don't have the pressure to play well, it was super cool. I wasn't supposed to come but he told me to come and I came. He (Ethan) manages to help his team, to get results, I was in a fan's shoes, I experienced it vicariously against the best team in France and Europe. We shouldn't overdo it as it was against Paris. He is in a club that understands and values him."

It was quite strange to see people surprised, even shocked, when Kylian Mbappé celebrated this goal with his father. His younger brother scored an important goal in a tough match, it's logical to be happy for him, to enjoy it. People also need to be allowed to live. There was no disrespect, the forward emphasizes. Certain limits had to be respected and there was nothing special. It was a beautiful moment to experience as a family.