Le foot prend il vraiment aux USA ? Mike légendaire, restaurateur à New York veut y croire – 09/07
Summary
This episode of L'After Foot, broadcast from New York during the 2026 World Cup, celebrates France’s semi-final victory over Morocco and Kylian Mbappé’s historic performance. The hosts debate whether Mbappé’s record-breaking goal tally and consistency across three tournaments make him the greatest French player ever, surpassing legends like Zidane and Platini. They also welcome Mike, a Franco-American restaurateur, to discuss the surge in French football popularity in the United States.
Topics discussed
Mbappé's World Cup records and the debate on their validity
Comparing Mbappé's goals to Ronaldo 2002 and Erling Haaland
The impact of the 48-team format on scoring opportunities
Mbappé as the 'dictator' of the World Cup alongside Messi
Is Mbappé already the greatest French player in history?
Commercial break and RMC program promotions
Return from break: France reaches the semi-finals
Interview with Mike, owner of Baratin restaurant in NYC
French fan excitement and Mbappé's popularity in the US
Mbappé's unique consistency across three World Cups
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