Kylian Mbappé’s much-anticipated debut at Santiago Bernabéu didn’t unfold as many would have hoped, yet the French superstar remains upbeat about his future with Real Madrid.
Despite a lackluster performance that left fans wanting more, Mbappé shared a surprisingly positive outlook during a post-match interview with Real Madrid’s official media.
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Challenging debut for Mbappe
In his first appearance at the iconic stadium, expectations were sky-high for Mbappé. However, facing a defensively solid Valladolid, he struggled to find his rhythm and failed to score, despite several opportunities. Positioned at the spearhead of Madrid’s attack, his discomfort was palpable, and he often appeared out of sync with the team’s dynamics.
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Stellar performances overshadowed
While Mbappé faltered, his teammates, notably Vinicius Junior and newcomer Endrick, excelled. Vinicius continued his excellent form, contributing significantly to the game, whereas the young Brazilian, Endrick, managed to steal the spotlight with his performance, adding to the shadow cast over Mbappé’s first outing.
Hey Mbappé, are you missing those perfect assists from someone? pic.twitter.com/kncJOjIRPC
— Trent🇦🇺 (@Anghkooey_) August 25, 2024
Mbappé’s Media address
Post-game, Mbappé took a moment to express his feelings about the night. Contrary to the spectators’ and critics’ views, he focused on the positives. “It was a great moment. I’m very happy because I started at the Bernabéu with a win. We took the three points. It was a great night. The crowd was fantastic. Thank you all for this moment, for supporting the team and me,” Mbappé stated.
Looking forward
Despite the criticism, Mbappé remains optimistic and focused on future matches. “We wanted to win this first match, we are very happy, and we want even more. It’s a dream to play in this stadium, but we have a match on Thursday, and we want to win again,” he said, indicating his eagerness to move past the debut and continue contributing to the team’s success.
Fan reaction and expectations
The mixed reactions from fans and a quick poll conducted post-match reflect a community split on whether Mbappé should start in the upcoming game against Las Palmas. While some call for patience, others believe a temporary benching might be beneficial.
This article explores Kylian Mbappé’s public reaction following a challenging debut at Santiago Bernabéu. Despite not meeting expectations on the field, Mbappé’s post-match comments were overwhelmingly positive. He highlighted the victory and his joy of playing at the Bernabéu, signaling his anticipation and readiness for upcoming fixtures. As Real Madrid prepares for their next game, all eyes will remain on Mbappé to see how he adjusts and reasserts himself as a key player for the team.
