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Mbappe is likely to be used by Real Madrid against Juventus. |
But this is more than just a player's return from injury - it is a warning to the rest of the league: the storm called Mbappe is back, and it is ready to sweep away any obstacles on its way to the championship.
The return of a "game-changer"
In football, there are players who make a difference through their technical quality. But there are also those who transform the game from the moment they step on the pitch - Mbappe falls into the latter category. From his speed, finishing skills, movement and ability to create breakthroughs, the French striker is the complete definition of a “game-changer”.
Before being forced to retire due to illness, Mbappe was on a blistering run of form: 12 goals in eight games, including a hat-trick against Barcelona and a brace for France. He has 43 goals from 239 shots - just one away from his personal best.
In fact, Mbappe has an efficiency of 5.5 shots per goal, which is superior when compared to other top players such as Vinicius (7.6 shots/goal) or Bellingham (6.3 shots/goal). Those numbers not only show efficiency, but also prove: Mbappe is the center of all expectations at Real Madrid this season.
His absence from the three Club World Cup matches had many worried that Real would run out of steam. But Xabi Alonso's side have weathered the storm with poise, helped by the brilliance of Gonzalo - an effective stand-in - and the revival of Jude Bellingham. The recent win over Salzburg saw a sharp Vinicius return with a goal, an assist and a spirited performance.
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Mbappe is Real Madrid's most anticipated star. |
But to win the title, Real need more than that. They need Mbappe - not just to score goals, but to stretch the opposition defence, to force defenders to drop deep, to create space for Bellingham or Valverde to penetrate. With Mbappe, Real can play more directly, be more dangerous and... finish things off quicker.
Xabi Alonso knows that, but he is in no rush. Although Mbappe has been back in training for a week, he is still being kept under wraps. This is not just a matter of fitness - it is a calculated preparation for a bigger game, where Real must win to advance.
The Spanish coach also made no secret of his intention to bring Mbappe on as the match progressed. “He won’t play the full 90 minutes,” Alonso said. “But he will definitely have an important role.”
And just 30 minutes, even 15 minutes, is enough for Mbappe to make a difference. Because in the era of high-speed football, a burst of speed, a decisive shot or just a single pass is enough to decide the outcome of a match. For Mbappe, those moments are always latent.
Real Madrid really need Mbappe
On the other side of the front line, Juventus are not a worthy opponent if looking at the current situation. After two easy victories against Al Ain and Wydad, they were crushed by Man City 5-2 - a defeat that exposed all the weaknesses: a patchwork defense, a disjointed midfield and a lifeless attack. Injuries to a series of pillars such as Bremer, Cabal or Savona forced Juventus to patch up with loan options such as Kalulu, Rugani or Lloyd Kelly - players who did not inspire confidence in coach Igor Tudor.
The only glimmer of hope for the Old Lady lies in Kenan Yildiz, a 20-year-old Turkish talent wearing Del Piero’s number 10 shirt. With 3 goals and 1 assist in the tournament, Yildiz is a rare bright spot for Juventus. However, putting a young player up against names like Rüdiger or Tchouameni is still too big a gap.
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Real Madrid, with the return of Mbappe, are clearly on another level. |
Real Madrid, with Mbappe back, are clearly on another level. And there is no doubt that this is the perfect time for them to step up. Mbappe is not just back - he is back dominating, as every big star should be when the biggest stage calls their name.
The Club World Cup is an iconic tournament. And Mbappe - at 26 - is hungry for his first Real Madrid triumph. Today's comeback is not a medical event, but a sporting milestone. It marks the moment the "speed machine" has recharged, is ready to explode - and make the Club World Cup his own stage.
Mbappe is ready. Real is ready. The rest of us, prepare yourselves.
Source: https://znews.vn/mbappe-tai-xuat-club-world-cup-chu-y-post1565068.html
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