In Doha, Qatar, with the Real Madrid team preparing to face Pachuca FC in the Intercontinental Cup final, Kylian Mbappé surprised the medical staff on Tuesday. Real Madrid will attempt to win their second trophy of the season after the Spanish Super Cup.
After arriving in Qatar on Monday evening following a flight delay, Carlo Ancelotti's team will train for the last time on Tuesday evening before facing Pachuca FC at the Lusail Stadium. Familiar with this large stadium that hosted the 2022 World Cup final, Kylian Mbappé, who was included in the squad despite uncertainty about his physical form, wants to play.
Mbappé's Announcement to the Medical Staff
After being hit behind the thigh last week in the Champions League against Atalanta Bergamo, the French striker was considered uncertain for this final. However, as Marca indicated on Sunday, Kylian Mbappé worked hard with his doctor to return quickly. On Tuesday, José Félix Diaz from the Madrid-based newspaper reported that the player, who will soon turn 26, approached the medical staff to inform them that he is 100% fit to play against Pachuca FC.
According to the latest news, nothing has been decided yet, as the final decision will be made after the team's last training session on Tuesday. It's worth noting that KM9 is accustomed to quick returns after injuries. However, considering the risk of relapse, it would be wise for Carlo Ancelotti to make the right decision.
With Vinicius and Rodrygo, who played a intense match against Rayo Vallecano, Mbappé could start on the bench. In short, it's just worth noting that everything is going well for the former PSG star, who has already recovered from his injury. He will be crucial for Real Madrid, who have an important match against Sevilla FC next weekend before the winter break.