Mbappé under pressure: From PSG star to the penalty pitch bird at Real Madrid!

Mbappé under pressure: From PSG star to the penalty pitch bird at Real Madrid!

Bilbao, Spanien - On April 8, 2025, Kylian Mbappé, who switched from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) to Real Madrid in the summer of 2024, explained his motives for the transfer in an interview with "La Sexta". After seven years in which he established himself as a world star at PSG, Mbappé explained that the decision to play for Real Madrid was easy. He emphasized that it was not about money that met with displeasure with PSG fans, since his statements were perceived as pejorative. In order to clear up misunderstandings, Mbappé made it clear that his statement only referred to the choice between Real Madrid and another club, such as a club from Saudi Arabia. He also asked the fans to concentrate on the events in France and closed his explanation with a friendly "kiss".

The return from Mbappé to Real Madrid was taken up by the club's followers with great enthusiasm. Nevertheless, the first months of his time at Real Madrid were not without challenges. Mbappé is viewed critically in the Spanish press because his services do not meet expectations. The decisive defeat on October 4, 2023 is particularly remembered when Real Madrid against Athletic Bilbao lost 2-1.

defeat and shot penalty

In this game, Mbappé was not only under pressure in general perception, but also awarded a decisive penalty. The goals for Athletic Bilbao scored Álex Berenguer and Gorka Guruzeta, while Jude Bellingham only scored the only goal for Madrid. This defeat raised questions about the effectiveness of Mbappé, especially since another shot penalty this season, on September 27, 2023 against Liverpool in the Champions League, had already caused a sensation.

After the disappointing performance in Bilbao, Mbappé took responsibility for the mistake on his social media and expressed the desire to change the situation. While Jude Bellingham converted a penalty in the following game against Getafe, the discussion about the consistency and responsibility of Mbappés in the team remains a hot topic.

The development of Kylian Mbappé is closely observed by his fans and critics, since it could significantly influence the future of the player and the Real Madrid club. Despite the initial difficulties, there is hope for an early turn in the form curve of the French star.