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Former Barcelona star Gerard Pique has made a name for himself following his invaluable club contributions. The Spaniard will go down as one of the best center-backs in modern history, with multiple titles to support the claim. Pique was the subject of enormous praise from a current star as Kylian Mbappe‘s teammate recently showered praise on the retired star.
With multiple big names currently training alongside their squad for the international break, Kylian Mbappe has reunited with the French national team. During the sessions, one of Mbappe’s teammates lauded Pique in an interview, labeling him as one of the best players in the world.
Jules Kounde claims Gerard Pique to be amongst the best in the world
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Barcelona star and French defender Jules Kounde has showered some huge praise for his predecessor. During an interview, Kounde was asked about his thoughts on Gerard Pique’s career. The twenty-four-year-old showed no hesitation, as he claimed that the Spaniard was amongst the best players in the world.
🗣️ Jules Kounde: "Gerard's career speaks for itself, he was one of the best in the world in his position.” pic.twitter.com/ZVHuo129g4
— Barça Worldwide (@BarcaWorldwide) September 7, 2023
“Gerard’s career speaks for itself. He was one of the best in the world in his position.”
Jules Kounde and Kylian Mbappe are currently a part of the French side for international fixtures. The side will face Ireland in the Euro Qualifiers tonight. The team will then face Germany in an international friendly before the players return to resume their club duties.
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The side was beaten by Lionel Messi’s Argentina in the finals of the tournament, with the team losing on penalties. The French side will be eager to leave the loss behind them as they prepare for the EURO Qualifiers.
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Soccer Football – FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 – Group D – France v Australia – Al Janoub Stadium, Al Wakrah, Qatar – November 22, 2022 France’s Kylian Mbappe reacts REUTERS/Kai Pfaffenbach
With PSG ace Kylian Mbappe at the helm, the team should have a straightforward job getting past Ireland. However, it will be interesting to see the mentality displayed by Mbappe following his unsuccessful contract negotiations with PSG. Mbappe will hope to help his team get past the upsets of the last year, as they strive to clinch the Euro Cup title.
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