In response, Rothen criticized Mbappe's actions, stating that he was shocked and disappointed by the captain's behavior.

Rothen questioned why coach Didier Deschamps allowed Mbappe to take a longer flight from Dubai to Paris, rather than seeking medical attention, and expressed his frustration with the fact that Mbappe felt entitled to skip the Azerbaijan match due to a minor headache.

Rothen also mentioned that Mbappe had a history of faking injuries, including a sprained ankle in Sweden and a minor injury in Iceland, which he claimed was a source of pride for the team.

Rothen concluded by stating that he had a hard time accepting Mbappe's behavior and felt that he was not setting a good example for the team.