Mbappé’s Red Card Raises Concerns for Real Madrid

Kylian Mbappé displayed his worst side during Real Madrid’s match against Alavés at Mendizorroza. The French striker had a forgettable 38 minutes, culminating in a costly red card for his team. Carlo Ancelotti’s side, managed by Davide on the day, had to play with 10 men for most of the match, holding onto their 1-0 lead secured by Camavinga in the 34th minute. Despite Mbappé’s reckless behavior, Madrid managed to secure a hard-fought victory.

The incident occurred when Mbappé made a dangerous tackle on Antonio Blanco, resulting in a straight red card after VAR review. This marks Mbappé’s fourth career red card and his first since joining Real Madrid. The referee’s report suggests he may face a 1-3 match suspension, likely to be 2 games.

Mbappé’s form has been a concern recently, with no goals or assists in his last four matches across all competitions. His last productive outing was a brace against Leganés on March 29th. As Real Madrid approaches crucial matches, including the Champions League quarter-final second leg, Mbappé’s return to form is essential for the team’s success.

The upcoming matches will be a test of Mbappé’s ability to overcome this slump and demonstrate why he is considered one of the world’s best players. Real Madrid’s hopes for success in multiple competitions may well depend on Mbappé rediscovering his scoring touch and maintaining his discipline on the field.