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Real Madrid to ‘push deadline’ for Mbappe to make Atletico Super Cup return

Real Madrid to ‘push deadline’ for Mbappe to make Atletico Super Cup return

Summary

Real Madrid soccer player Kylian Mbappe will miss a match against Real Betis due to a knee injury. He is hoping to be back in time for a match against Atletico Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup next week. His team has been struggling recently, with some other players, like Vinicius Jr., also facing challenges.

Key Facts

  • Kylian Mbappe is injured with a sprained left knee and will not play against Real Betis.
  • Mbappe wants to return for the Spanish Super Cup semifinal against Atletico Madrid.
  • He has equaled Cristiano Ronaldo's record of 59 goals in a calendar year for Real Madrid.
  • Real Madrid has had a drop in performance, with earlier leadership in the league slipping.
  • The team drew three games in a row and lost to Celta Vigo at home in December.
  • Vinicius Jr. has not scored any goals since October and has only five goals this season.
  • Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso expressed confidence in the team and hopes for Mbappe’s quick return.

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