Former defender of the Belgian national team Daniel van Buyten praised the forward of the French national team Kiliana Mbappa.

In the semifinals of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, Belgium will play against France.

On the eve of the match, the ex-defender of the Belgians Daniel Van Buyten, who scored 10 goals in 83 matches for the national team, expressed admiration for the young French striker Kilian Mbappa.

"Kilian absorbed the qualities of Ronaldo, but I think that there is something from Cristiano in him, too".

"He can accelerate and score, playing ahead of the opponent. The Brazilian Ronaldo knew how to do it, but he was a clean scorer ".

"In turn, Henry not only scored goals, but also worked hard for the team. In general, I think, Mbappa is a mixture of these three players. But do not forget that he is still a very young guy ".

"He continues to progress at an incredible pace.

When you see what he is already capable of, you realize that he is one of the best attacking players in modern football ".

"What is interesting is that in three or four years it will become even stronger. At that time he will only 22-23. He is a real diamond ".

"I hope he will keep his head on his shoulders and continue in the same spirit," summed Van Buyten.

The duel between Belgium and France will begin today at 21:00. Watch the text online broadcast on Football. ua.