The report says Mbappé had discussed learning the flute as a child during an earlier conversation. He was then challenged to use the instrument as a goal celebration if he scored in France’s opening match.
He agreed - and followed through. The moment worked because it was personal rather than manufactured, giving a major tournament goal a distinctive signature. In a competition built around pressure and expectation, a touch of playfulness can matter.
The celebration was secondary to the result. The update credits Mbappé with both goals in France’s 3-1 victory, giving his side three points from its opening Group I fixture.
That return underlines his role in France’s attack. As the country’s record scorer, Mbappé is expected to decide matches, not simply contribute to them. Scoring twice in the opener immediately strengthens the sense that France’s campaign will revolve around his movement, finishing and ability to settle difficult games.
The win also keeps France level with Norway at the top of the group, with goal difference separating the teams after the opening round.
France’s next match is against Iraq on Monday 22 June, the report says. It should reveal whether the opening victory was the start of a sustained attacking run or simply a strong first step.
For Mbappé, the challenge is straightforward: keep producing decisive moments. The flute celebration may become one of the tournament’s most memorable images, but another goal contribution would matter far more to France’s progress.