Kylian Mbappé showcased his brilliance as Real Madrid triumphed over Sevilla with a 4-2 victory on Saturday, propelling them to second place in La Liga ahead of rivals Barcelona.
The win at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium came after Atlético Madrid clinched the top spot earlier in the day by defeating Barcelona. Real Madrid seized the opportunity to close the gap, now trailing the leaders by just one point as the league approaches the festive break.
Before the match, Real Madrid’s coach Carlo Ancelotti expressed confidence in Mbappé’s integration into the team following his summer transfer from Paris Saint-Germain. The French forward validated his coach’s faith by delivering a stellar performance, netting his 14th goal of the season across all competitions.
“I know I’ve got much more in my legs than I’m showing, but in the last games I’ve played better,” Mbappé remarked after the match. “The Bilbao game was good for me. I hit the bottom, I missed a penalty, and it was a moment to realize that I have to give everything for this shirt and show my personality.”
Mbappé was instrumental throughout the match, not only scoring but also providing a clever assist to Brahim Díaz, who added his name to the scoresheet. Fede Valverde contributed with a stunning long-range effort, and Rodrygo Goes also found the back of the net for the hosts.
Sevilla’s Isaac Romero and Dodi Lukebakio managed to score, but their efforts were overshadowed by Real Madrid’s dominant display. The match also marked the final appearance for Sevilla’s veteran defender Jesús Navas, who bid farewell to the club where he spent the majority of his illustrious career.
The victory signals a resurgence for Real Madrid and Mbappé, who admitted to facing challenges earlier in the season. With the adaptation period behind him, Mbappé appears ready to lead Los Blancos in their pursuit of the La Liga title.
“It’s about giving everything on the pitch and helping the team achieve our goals,” Mbappé added. “We have a strong squad, and we’re focused on what’s ahead.”
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