2018 France Home – Kylian Mbappe #7 Large

🏆 France in 2018 – A Golden Year

The 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia was historic for France. Les Bleus, managed by Didier Deschamps, lifted the trophy for the second time (after 1998).

• France defeated Croatia 4–2 in the final.

• They also overcame Argentina, Uruguay, and Belgium in knockout matches.

• The squad blended experienced leaders like Hugo Lloris, Raphael Varane, and Antoine Griezmann with a new golden generation of talent.

⭐ Kylian Mbappé’s Impact

At just 19 years old, Kylian Mbappé became the breakout global superstar of the tournament.

• Scored 4 goals in the 2018 World Cup, including two vs. Argentina in the Round of 16.

• Netted in the final vs. Croatia, becoming the first teenager since Pelé (1958) to score in a World Cup final.

• Won the Best Young Player Award and firmly established himself as the future of world football.

• His lightning pace, fearless dribbling, and finishing made him one of the defining figures of France’s triumph.

📋 2018 France World Cup Squad

• Goalkeepers: Hugo Lloris, Steve Mandanda, Alphonse Areola

• Defenders: Raphaël Varane, Samuel Umtiti, Benjamin Pavard, Lucas Hernandez, Presnel Kimpembe, Djibril Sidibé, Benjamin Mendy, Adil Rami

• Midfielders: N’Golo Kanté, Paul Pogba, Blaise Matuidi, Corentin Tolisso, Steven Nzonzi

• Forwards: Kylian Mbappé, Antoine Griezmann, Olivier Giroud, Ousmane Dembélé, Thomas Lemar, Nabil Fekir, Florian Thauvin

👕 Jersey Significance

The 2018 France Home Jersey by Nike featured a classic navy base with subtle horizontal stripes and the iconic white FFF crest with two stars (second star added after the victory).

• Mbappé’s #10 shirt became one of the most iconic kits of the modern era.

• It symbolized the rise of a new generational leader and the continuation of French dominance on the world stage.