Kylian Mbappe, the star striker of Paris Saint-Germain and the French national team, arrived in Cameroon on Thursday for a four-day visit. The 24-year-old, who was born in Paris to a Cameroonian father and an Algerian mother, said he wanted to reconnect with his roots and support some humanitarian projects in the country.

Mbappe was welcomed by a large crowd of fans and journalists at the Yaounde Nsimalen International Airport, where he was greeted by the Minister of Sports and Physical Education, Narcisse Mouelle Kombi. He then headed to the presidential palace, where he met with President Paul Biya and his wife Chantal.

The president praised Mbappe for his achievements on the pitch and his generosity off it. He also awarded him the Grand Officer of the Order of Valor, one of the highest honors in Cameroon. Mbappe expressed his gratitude and said he was proud to be a son of Cameroon.

On Friday, Mbappe visited the National Football Academy in Yaounde, where he interacted with young players and coaches. He also donated some equipment and jerseys to the academy. He then traveled to Douala, the economic capital of Cameroon, where he inaugurated a school built by his foundation, Mbappe Inspires.

The school, which can accommodate up to 300 children from disadvantaged backgrounds, aims to provide quality education and vocational training. Mbappe said he hoped the school would help the children achieve their dreams and contribute to the development of Cameroon.

On Saturday, Mbappe attended a friendly match between two local teams at the Japoma Stadium in Douala. He also played for a few minutes with each team, scoring two goals and delighting the fans. He then gave a speech, in which he thanked the people of Cameroon for their warm welcome and their support.

He said he felt at home in Cameroon and that he was happy to share his passion for football with them. He also said he was inspired by the legendary Cameroonian players, such as Roger Milla, Samuel Eto’o and Rigobert Song, who paved the way for him and many others.

On Sunday, Mbappe will wrap up his visit by attending a gala dinner organized by his foundation, where he will raise funds for some social causes in Cameroon. He will also meet with some local celebrities and influencers, who will help him promote his foundation’s activities.

Mbappe’s visit to Cameroon is a historic event that has generated a lot of excitement and admiration among the people. It is also a testament to his humility and generosity, as well as his attachment to his African roots. Mbappe has shown that he is not only a great footballer, but also a great human being.