Mbappé encounters scrutiny following his performance in the Madrid derby

Kylian Mbappé made his comeback with Real Madrid in a 3-2 win against Atlético Madrid in La Liga, yet his performance soon faced significant backlash from the Spanish media.

After entering the game in the 64th minute, Mbappé found it challenging to influence the match, while Real Madrid had to contend with playing a considerable part of the game with only ten players due to Federico Valverde’s red card.

Media outlets and commentators scrutinized his work rate, especially regarding his defensive efforts, with some alleging that he did not apply enough pressure during a pivotal moment in the match. In the face of criticism, Real Madrid coach Álvaro Arbeloa stood by his player, highlighting his recent comeback from injury and the importance of managing his playing time judiciously.

The discussion now focuses on Mbappé’s responsibilities and anticipations as he aims to return to peak performance in preparation for upcoming matches and his commitments with the France National Football Team.