The atmosphere at Real Madrid became tense ahead of the match against Betis after star newcomer Kylian Mbappé engaged in a heated argument with a member of the coaching staff. The incident, as reported by The Athletic, occurred during a routine training scrimmage when one of Álvaro Arbeloa’s assistants flagged the Frenchman for offside, prompting an emotional reaction from the striker that escalated into a verbal confrontation in front of the entire squad.
This incident marked the beginning of a challenging week for Mbappé. During the match against Betis, the forward sustained an injury, which has limited his ability to train fully with the team ahead of their upcoming fixtures. Consequently, the club’s medical staff and management decided to exclude him from the squad for the away game against Espanyol, prioritizing his long-term health during this critical point in the season.
Despite these setbacks, Mbappé’s performance this season remains notable. He has played in 41 matches, netting an impressive 41 goals and providing 6 assists.
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