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Mbappé and Dembélé Among Top French Sports Favorites Despite Declining Popularity
French public opinion: Mbappé and Dembélé’s popularity in sports rankings
Footballers‘ popularity among the French public has seen a decline, yet Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé continue to be cherished by many. A survey by Odoxa for Winamax and RTL provides insights into their standings among the favorite athletes in France.
Mbappé and Dembélé in the Top 10
The survey, conducted last Sunday, revealed Victor Wembanyama as the sixth most favored athlete in France, with a higher ranking among sports enthusiasts. Notably, only two footballers made it into the Top 10: Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé.
Mbappé, the French national team’s captain, just missed the podium, with swimmer Léon Marchand taking the top spot, followed by judoka Teddy Riner and rugby player Antoine Dupont.
Historical context of Mbappé’s popularity
Nearly nine years ago, Kylian Mbappé led the same survey, riding high on popularity after the French national team’s victory at the World Cup in Russia.
Current Top 10 favorite athletes in France
- Léon Marchand
- Teddy Riner
- Antoine Dupont
- Kylian Mbappé
- Felix Lebrun
- Victor Wembanyama
- Ousmane Dembélé
- Pauline Ferrand-Prévot
- Louis Bielle-Biarrey
- Clarisse Agbegnenou
Dembélé’s rise in public favor
Ousmane Dembélé, ranking seventh, has seen a significant surge in popularity over the past year. His triumph as the European Champion with Paris Saint-Germain and being awarded the 2025 Ballon d’Or have enhanced his image. Journalist Jean-Louis Tourre describes him as „a good guy,“ contributing to Dembélé’s positive public perception.
