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Hungry for sport, he grew up to the sound of Formula 1 engines and the exploits of Ronaldinho. Today, with a Master's degree in sports journalism, he no longer misses an F1 Grand Prix or a PSG match, his two passions and specialties.
In great difficulty since his signing for Real Madrid, Kylian Mbappé was not at all reassured during the trip to Liverpool. Quite the contrary even. The former PSG striker missed a penalty and delivered a more than mixed performance. Present at a press conference this Saturday, Carlo Ancelotti spoke about the situation of his player and ensures that the problem comes from the team, and not just from Kylian Mbappé.
Arrived free this summer at Real MadridKylian Mbappé is far from meeting the expectations raised by his signing. Indeed, the former striker of PSG continues disappointing performances like the one at Liverpool Wednesday evening during which he missed a penalty. Present in conference on the sidelines of the Liga match against Getafe, Carlo Ancelotti however, insisted on defending his attacker.
Ancelotti steps up to the plate for Mbappé
« Mbappé's problem is the problem we all have. The idea is to try to bring out our best version, from him, from me, from the other players. The problem is a team which, for the moment, has been able to have continuity in the season and to give the best of itself. It's not one player's problem, it's each of us' problems. We do not consider this to be an individual problem for a player who, among other things, is new here, adapting, scored eight goals, participated in the offensive game with assists… We we can all do better », blurted out the coach of Real Madrid in front of the media, before continuing.
“We have to think that this is a collective problem and not an individual one”
« He has not given up, he is aware that he must do better. A lot of my players have missed penalties and we have to continue to support them and help them. We must think that this is a collective problem and not an individual one. You can criticize me, but the team dynamic is good and we have to understand that we are missing a lot of players, tomorrow Rodrygo will be back… The idea of being patient is the right one », added Carlo Ancelotti.
