Dayot Upamecano returns to Munich after France's defeat in Italy

Dayot Upamecano, defender of the French team, left the gathering of the Blues in Munich for personal reasons and after the 1‑3 defeat to Italy on Thursday in the Nations League, with the official approval of manager Zinédine Zidane and was confirmed by.

According to, the 28‑year‑old defender left the gathering for personal reasons after the 3‑1 defeat to Italy, also on Thursday in the Nations League.

With the approval of Zinédine Zidane, Upamecano returned to Munich, the city where he plays with Bayern.

No replacement has been announced.

On Thursday, the former Leipzig player started on the right of the central duo he formed with Jérémy Jacquet.

He played the entire match, during which he conceded a penalty converted by Pio Esposito in the 75th minute, giving the advantage to Italy.

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He was also put under pressure in duels and on the ball.

His departure adds him to the long list of absentees from the gathering, alongside Ousmane Dembélé, Maghnes Akliouche, Pierre Kalulu and Marcus Thuram.

Kylian Mbappé, hindered, missed the match in Italy but should be present for the Turkey reception on Sunday at 20:45 in Bordeaux.

“I hope he will be ready for Sunday,” said Zinédine Zidane at Thursday’s press conference, adding that rest was planned.

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Planned replacements against Turkey

To replace Upamecano against Turkey, the manager can count on Ibrahima Konaté or Leny Yoro, the two other central defenders in the 23‑player squad.

Since Zinédine Zidane took charge, Upamecano, with 49 caps and 2 goals, was a starter in the first match in Turkey (0‑1), then left on the bench in Belgium (0‑1).

He had returned to the starting eleven against Italy (1‑1), before being sent off for two cautions and missing the next match against Belgium due to a suspension.