In a performance crisis, Kylian Mbappé is intriguing. Emmanuel Petit evokes possible maraboutage.
The disappointing performance of Kylian Mbappé facing Liverpoolmarked by a missed penalty, raises questions about the current state of the French prodigy. For several weeks, the Bondynois has been going through a delicate period. The player, usually decisive on the pitch, is struggling to regain his brilliance. His poor performance against Liverpool symbolizes this slump, sparking growing criticism and concern.
This is not the first time that an athlete has faced a phase of doubt. However, in the case of Mbappé, this negative spiral is intriguing. While some point to physical or mental overload, others look at more unusual explanations.
Emmanuel Petit: a surprising hypothesis to say the least
Invited to speak on the subject in the show After Foot, Emmanuel Petit exposed a theory that leaves no one indifferent. According to him, the phenomenon could be linked to “maraboutage“, a well-known practice in certain African cultures.
Petit says:
« I think he was really abused. I believe in these things, you don’t believe in them. I say it because I accept it. »
Faced with a plateau shared between skepticism and astonishment, the former midfielder continues his explanation with confidence. He even mentions rumors linking this practice to other players.
The shadow of the Pogba affair
During his statements, Emmanuel Petit alluded to the affair which had splashed Paul Pogba in 2022. At the time, accusations of resorting to maraboutage were raised in a context of family and professional tensions. Petit, without explicitly naming Pogba, nevertheless seems to suggest a possible connection.
« You get the answer when you ask the question. Pogba? I don’t know, everyone tells me that », he adds.
Despite the controversy, one thing is certain: Kylian Mbappé must quickly reverse the trend to regain his status as a global icon. The player has proven in the past that he can overcome difficult times.
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