Real Madrid faced an alarming situation ahead of the Champions League second leg. The team's forward, Kylian Mbappé, was forced to stop training prematurely due to discomfort in his left knee. The French star's condition is causing serious concern among the coaching staff and fans before the decisive match against Benfica.
According to L'Equipe and other sources, Mbappe was unable to complete Tuesday's training session. Because the pain in his knee is still bothering him, his appearance against Benfica on February 25th remains a big question. Some reports even suggest the club is considering giving the player a rest instead of taking a risk.
So far, the "royal club" has not announced an official final decision. Therefore, the last word can be said before the game or on the day of the game. According to some reports, head coach Alvaro Arbeloa is also in favor of making the decision slowly, one day later. This means Mbappé's condition will be assessed again in the last few hours.
On the one hand, Real Madrid has a 1-0 advantage from the first game. On the other hand, the absence of a player like Mbappe at such parties affects any plan. Because he's not just a goal-scoring player - he's a figure who can push back the opponent's defense and change the entire game's rhythm. Therefore, the choice between keeping him and putting him on the field will not be easy for the club.
In short, one of the main intrigues in Madrid is now not only in the score but also in the squad. If Mbappe plays - Real Madrid's attack looks much sharper. If he doesn't play - the evening at "Bernabeu" demands another hero.
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