The previous Real Madrid The star Gareth Bale defended Kylian Mbappe The forward was disappointed after the club’s Champions League defeat. Liverpool on Wednesday, during which he missed a crucial penalty.
Mbappé could have equalized for Madrid in the second half at Anfield, with Liverpool leading 1-0, but his Spot kick saved. by the Caoimhín Kelleherand went home. 2-0 winleaving Madrid The Champions League is ranked 24th in the league table. After three defeats in five matches.
Criticism of Mbappé’s form is growing in Madrid. France International Scoring only twice In their last nine games for the reigning Spanish and European champions.
“It happens. I’ve missed penalties, everybody’s missed penalties,” said Bale, who won five Champions Leagues with Madrid. told TNT Sports.
“It’s just unfortunate that it’s not going Mbappé’s way at the moment, but I think on his day he’s the best player in the world, and it’s only a matter of time before he gets better.”
Coach Carlo Ancelotti admitted Mbappé suffered from a “lack of confidence” after the penalty miss, but called for “patience” with the star.
“It is. [the penalty] Obviously a big moment in the game, but it could be,” teammates Jude Bellingham told TNT Sports. “He’s a fantastic player, but the pressure he puts on, because of how good he is, is huge. It’s huge.
“The penalty is not why we lost the game… Kylan can keep his head up, I know for sure he will create many more moments which are huge for this club.”
Madrid will play now. Atlanta, RB Salzburg And Brest As they host, they look to qualify for the knockout rounds of the Champions League. Getafe Sunday in La Liga.