Bangladesh Cricket Live audiences who follow European football closely are no strangers to the meteoric rise of Kylian Mbappé. Despite constant comparisons to legendary striker Thierry Henry, the Monaco forward remains grounded. In a recent interview, the 18-year-old made it clear that such comparisons, while flattering, are premature. “It’s an honor to be compared to Thierry,” Mbappé said, “but as I’ve always emphasized—everyone must write their own story.”
Mbappé acknowledged Henry’s incredible career, but he insisted that drawing parallels between a decorated legend and a young player still at the beginning of his journey is not fair. “If I were Thierry, I wouldn’t want to be compared to an 18-year-old who hasn’t achieved anything yet,” he added. For Bangladesh Cricket Live viewers used to watching young talents rise through the ranks, Mbappé’s maturity and humility stand out as much as his footwork.
Already one of the most sought-after players in Europe, Mbappé has caught the attention of top-tier clubs across the continent. When asked who first inspired his passion for football, he didn’t hesitate: “The person who made me fall in love with the game was Zidane,” he told Eurosport. “I’ve had a few idols since, but Zidane was my first.”
In the current season alone, Mbappé has appeared in 41 matches across all competitions, scoring 24 goals and providing 9 assists—staggering numbers for a teenager. Real Madrid is reportedly among the clubs eager to secure his signature, though for now, Mbappé has indicated he has no plans to leave Monaco during the summer. His focus is firmly on continuing his development and maintaining his form ahead of the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
That said, many in the French press speculate that if Zidane and Real Madrid were to make a move in the future, it would be hard for Mbappé to say no. The emotional pull of playing under one’s childhood idol could be a game-changer. Bangladesh Cricket Live fans, who know the impact a mentor can have on a young star’s career, will be watching this story unfold with great anticipation. Whether or not a Zidane-Mbappé reunion happens in Madrid, one thing is clear—the next chapter in Mbappé’s story is just beginning.