Excitement is building as Kylian Mbappé is poised to make his competitive debut for Real Madrid in the upcoming UEFA Super Cup clash against Atalanta. The highly anticipated match is scheduled for Wednesday, with Mbappé's availability confirmed by coach Carlo Ancelotti. While Ancelotti remained tight-lipped about Mbappé's potential starting role, the 25-year-old forward is part of the squad gearing up for the showdown in Warsaw, Poland.
Mbappé, who recently joined Real Madrid on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain, has been training with his new teammates following his participation in Euro 2024 with the French national team. Ancelotti expressed satisfaction with Mbappé's form and adaptation to the team, hinting that the star player could feature in the match.
Ancelotti humorously addressed the challenge of managing a star-studded squad, highlighting the competition for places in the forward line. With Mbappé vying for a spot alongside talented players like Vinícius Júnior, Rodrygo, and others, Ancelotti emphasized the importance of squad rotation throughout the season.
Regarding penalty duties, Ancelotti mentioned several capable takers within the team, including Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior, and others. The coach emphasized the need to select a designated penalty taker for the upcoming match, hinting at a decision based on the starting lineup.
Defender Dani Carvajal praised Mbappé's abilities, highlighting the positive impact the French forward is expected to have on Real Madrid's season. As the team prepares to kick off their LaLiga campaign following the Super Cup, anticipation is high for Mbappé's potential contributions to the squad.
Real Madrid, a five-time winner of the UEFA Super Cup, will look to add to their trophy cabinet in the upcoming clash against Atalanta. Following the Super Cup, the team is set to begin their LaLiga 2024-25 campaign with a match against Mallorca on Sunday, marking the start of what promises to be an exciting season for the Spanish giants.
