Kylian Mbappe laughs off ‘dictator’ joke from child at France training camp

Kylian Mbappe was left smiling after a child called him “the dictator” during a light-hearted moment at France’s training camp.

The Real Madrid forward returned to France for international duty and took part in Monday’s training session as the national team prepared for its upcoming matches.

Mbappe was posing for a photograph with a young supporter when another child in the crowd repeatedly shouted: “The dictator has arrived.”

The remark was made as a friendly joke and was shared by several French networks. Mbappe immediately smiled and showed no sign of irritation, instead laughing along with those watching.

The incident revived the nickname “the dictator”, which was recently used in reference to the player and led to diplomatic and media tension with China.

On this occasion, however, the phrase came from an innocent child in a relaxed setting inside the France camp.

The moment also reflected the informal atmosphere around the squad as France prepare for their next two Nations League matches against Italy and Turkey.

The schedule information accompanying the report lists Italy in Nations League – Path One on 12 November 2026. It also lists a La Liga fixture involving Real Madrid and Celta Vigo on 21 November 2026.