Confirmed: Kylian Mbappé hits Morocco for AFCON 2025 match

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France captain Kylian Mbappé has arrived in Morocco and is set to watch tonight’s 1XBET AFCON 2025 group match between hosts Morocco and Mali.

Mbappé’s visit follows a personal invitation from Morocco international Achraf Hakimi, with the French star accompanied by members of his family.

The trip was made possible by the ongoing holiday break in the European football calendar, which has allowed several Europe-based players to attend the tournament as spectators.

Mbappé and Hakimi share a close relationship, having previously played together at Paris Saint-Germain, where they developed a strong bond that has endured beyond their time at the club.

The Paris Saint-Germain forward is expected to be in the stands at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat as Hakimi and his teammates continue their AFCON campaign in front of home fans.

Although Mbappé will not be involved on the pitch, his presence underscores the growing global appeal of the Africa Cup of Nations.

The Morocco-hosted tournament has drawn widespread international attention, not only for the quality of football on display but also for the country’s impressive infrastructure and organisational standards.

The attendance of high-profile figures from European football further cements AFCON’s status as a major event on the global football calendar and reinforces Morocco’s reputation as a capable host of top-level continental and international competitions.

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