Kylian Mbappe showcased his brilliance as Real Madrid secured a 4-2 victory over Sevilla on Saturday, propelling them to second place in the La Liga standings ahead of rivals Barcelona.
Following Atletico Madrid’s win over Barcelona earlier in the day, Carlo Ancelotti’s side capitalized on the opportunity to close the gap at the top. The triumph leaves Real Madrid just one point behind the leaders, intensifying the title race as the season progresses.
Mbappe, who joined Real Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain this summer, was instrumental in the win, netting his 14th goal of the season across all competitions. The French forward’s performance affirmed coach Ancelotti’s belief that his adaptation period had concluded.
“I know I’ve got much more in my legs than I’m showing, but in the last games I’ve played better,” Mbappe said 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.”
Real Madrid’s offensive prowess was on full display, with Fede Valverde scoring a spectacular long-range effort. Rodrygo Goes and Brahim Diaz also found the back of the net, the latter benefiting from a clever assist by Mbappe.
Despite goals from Isaac Romero and Dodi Lukebakio, Sevilla struggled to keep pace with the hosts. The match marked the final appearance for veteran defender Jesus Navas, adding an emotional note to the encounter.
The victory not only boosts Real Madrid’s position in La Liga but also signals Mbappe’s rising influence within the team as they aim for domestic and European success.
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