Benched Mbappe says he’s fourth-choice forward at Real Madrid under Arbeloa
Summary
Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe said coach Alvaro Arbeloa told him he was the fourth-choice forward before putting him on the bench against Real Oviedo. Mbappe came on as a substitute and helped with an assist, while Arbeloa said Mbappe would be the first-choice forward in the next game.Key Facts
- Mbappe returned from a thigh injury and played part of the match against Real Oviedo.
- Arbeloa started three other forwards ahead of Mbappe in that game.
- Mbappe said the coach told him he was the fourth forward on the team.
- Some Real Madrid fans were unhappy and whistled when Mbappe came on.
- Mbappe had permission from the club to travel on holiday during his injury recovery.
- Arbeloa said he did not explicitly tell Mbappe he was fourth choice and wanted to avoid risking his fitness.
- Madrid recently replaced coach Xabi Alonso with Arbeloa.
- Real Madrid’s season has been difficult, with Barcelona winning the league and no major trophies for Madrid this year.
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