Left Distraught During Ballon d’Or, Kylian Mbappe Partners With Iconic Brand Loved by Michael Jordan to Spread Strong Message

While the Ballon d’Or may have slipped through his fingers, Kylian Mbappe is not one to dwell on past disappointments. Shifting his focus, Mbappe has teamed up with an iconic brand to embark on a journey beyond the soccer pitch. Although the PSG forward was visibly gutted after not winning any accolade at the Ballon d’Or ceremony, Mbappe decided to be a part of an exclusive campaign, spreading an essential message to the younger generation.

The iconic brand also once joined hands with NBA icon Michael Jordan. For more than two decades, Jordan has become the sportsman capable of shifting the balance, and in some ways, the legend that changed sports partnerships. In soccer too, Mbappe’s commercial value is on the rise.

Mbappe’s vision beyond soccer

The young soccer star didn’t let his spirits dampen after the Ballon d’Or snub, as he seized the opportunity to join hands with premium eyewear brand, Oakley. In an exclusive campaign, Mbappe teamed up with Oakley to emphasize the importance of vision care, especially among the youth. At a special event, children had the privilege of seeing the soccer star up close and personal. Their excitement was palpable as the PSG forward shared his vision, both on and off the pitch.

“Everyone knows what I’m all about when it comes to football – now, I’m excited to partner with a brand that wants to share my story off the pitch and support what I want to do to help inspire global youth,” Mbappe stated after joining hands with Oakley’s inspiring new initiative, ‘Be Who You Are’.

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Interestingly, Kylian Mbappe isn’t the first iconic athlete to join forces with Oakley. The all-time NBA great Michael Jordan was also an Oakley brand ambassador. His sunglasses, often seen during his iconic ‘The Last Dance’ documentary series, featured the Oakley signature.

This captivating partnership with Oakley for a special cause not only showcases Mbappé’s remarkable journey but also sheds light on the attitude that has made him one of the most admired athletes worldwide.

A distressing flashback for Kylian Mbappe

During the glittering Ballon d’Or ceremony, where Lionel Messi once again etched his name in the history books, there was a moment that left Kylian Mbappe and his French national team boss Didier Deschamps distressed. As Argentine goalkeeper Emi Martinez received the Yashin trophy for Best Goalkeeper, the broadcast switched to Mbappe and Deschamps, showing their distressed reaction. The reason for their distress? The video reel that played showcased Emi Martinez’s incredible last-minute save during the World Cup final, a save that had cost France dearly.

While the Ballon d’Or may have been a moment of disappointment for Mbappe, his partnership with Oakley is an opportunity to convert that disappointment into something positive. The future looks bright for both Kylian Mbappe and Oakley as they join hands for a good cause.

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