Real Madrid midfield maestro Luka Modric has spoken about Kylian Mbappé's recent struggles at the club. After their defeat against Liverpool, where Mbappé missed a crucial penalty, Modric believes the French striker will bounce back and rise to the occasion in the decisive moments.
In their Champions League clash at Anfield, Modric captained the Whites but had a forgettable outing. Mbappé's missed penalty, when the score was 1-0 in favor of the Reds, proved costly. However, Modric is confident his French teammate will bounce back from this setback and shine when it matters most.
If Real Madrid are to defend their European title, they will need more from their long-awaited recruitment of recent years. With only one goal in four Champions League matches, Mbappé has not reached his usual standards. Although he is capable of performing on the biggest stages in world football, he must accept not being the focal point of his new team under Carlo Ancelotti.
Speaking after the match, Modric said: “We had the penalty that could have changed the course of the match and we didn't exploit it. With the score 2-0 against us, we were almost lost. »
The 39-year-old midfielder added: “We see it [Mbappé] train well and have confidence. Sometimes things go well and sometimes not, especially with penalties. We have confidence in him and we are sure that he will do great things. »
As Real Madrid continue to struggle to secure a place in the knockout stages of the Champions League, they face a tough challenge. With three games remaining in the group stage, they need to start winning games if they are to have any chance of progressing further in this elite European competition. Their upcoming matches include Atalanta, RB Salzburg and Brest.
Modric's words bring comfort to Mbappé and Real Madrid fans. Despite the recent dip in form, there is belief that the talented Frenchman will rise to the occasion and play a crucial role in the club's success. As the Champions League campaign unfolds, all eyes will be on Mbappé to see if he can rediscover his goalscoring instincts and help propel Real Madrid to glory once again.
