The highly anticipated debut of Kylian Mbappe at Real Madrid has been nothing short of disappointing. The French phenom has struggled to find his footing, wasting numerous goal-scoring opportunities and facing criticism from the Spanish media. However, since the beginning of December, Mbappe has turned the tide, registering an impressive comeback. He started by scoring against Getafe (2:0), followed by goals against Girona (3:0) and Atalanta (3:2).
During the game against Atalanta, Mbappe suffered an injury that forced him to leave the field. Real Madrid’s coach, Carlo Ancelotti, attributed the injury to overexertion, stating that Mbappe felt pain in the back of his leg. Subsequently, the club announced that the striker had sustained a left leg injury, predicting a 10-day recovery period. As a result, Mbappe was ruled out of the La Liga match against Rayo Vallecano.
However, in a surprising turn of events, Mbappe has made a rapid recovery. According to Edu Aguirre from El Chiringuito, the French star has regained full fitness and is set to start in the finals of the Intercontinental Cup against Mexico’s Pachuca, scheduled for Wednesday at 18:00.
Real Madrid has been plagued by injuries this season, with a staggering 27 players affected so far. The current list of absentees includes Eder Militao, David Alaba, Ferland Mendy, Dani Carvajal, and Eduardo Camavinga. Mbappe, in particular, has had a prolific season, featuring in 22 games and scoring 12 goals.
As the La Liga table stands, Real Madrid is in third place with 37 points after 17 matches, just one point behind leaders FC Barcelona and with a game in hand. While Mbappe’s return to form is a welcome development, it’s clear that the team still faces significant challenges in the coming weeks.
Despite the setbacks, Mbappe’s determination and resilience have never been in doubt. His remarkable comeback is a testament to his unwavering dedication to the sport. As the season unfolds, Real Madrid enthusiasts can only hope that their star player will continue to defy expectations and lead the team to glory.
Stats and Figures:
* 27 players from Real Madrid have been affected by injuries this season
* Kylian Mbappe has featured in 22 games, scoring 12 goals
* Real Madrid is in third place in La Liga with 37 points after 17 matches
* Mbappe has made a remarkable comeback, scoring in three consecutive games
* Real Madrid faces Pachuca in the Intercontinental Cup finals on Wednesday at 18:00