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Real Madrid’s Frustrating Draw with Las Palmas: Where Is Kylian Mbappé?
In a disappointing turn of events for Real Madrid, the team stumbled to a 1-1 draw against Las Palmas, continuing a worrying trend of underperformance. The much-anticipated debut of Kylian Mbappé, the star acquisition of the summer, was again marked by a conspicuous absence of impact on the field. This lackluster display from the French forward raises serious questions about his current form and effectiveness.
The match kicked off with Las Palmas asserting themselves early on, and it wasn’t long before they took the lead. A slick, sliding pass from Oli McBurnie set up Alberto Moleiro, who calmly finished into the bottom corner, leaving Real Madrid scrambling. For much of the first half, Madrid appeared disjointed and out of sync, their passing game faltering and their attacking efforts ineffective. Carlo Ancelotti’s side went into the break deservedly trailing 1-0.
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The second half saw some resurgence from Madrid, with Vinícius Júnior converting a penalty in the 68th minute after a handball by Las Palmas. Despite this equalizer, Real Madrid struggled to capitalize on their newfound momentum. Mbappé, who had been largely ineffective throughout, missed several chances, and Vinícius’s dribbling efforts yielded little result. The front three, including Mbappé, appeared increasingly frustrated as the game wore on, with tensions evident among the players.
Player ratings from the match reflected the overall discontent with Real Madrid's performance. Thibaut Courtois had a solid game, managing a 7 for his efforts, while Lucas Vázquez also impressed with a 7 for his contributions on the right wing. However, Ferland Mendy and Aurélien Tchouaméni struggled significantly, both earning disappointing ratings of 4. Mendy’s first-half performance was so poor that he was substituted at halftime, while Tchouaméni’s inconsistency remains a troubling issue.
Mbappé’s rating of 5 highlighted his ongoing struggle to adapt and impact the game consistently. Despite showing flashes of his quality, he failed to convert his chances and establish chemistry with his teammates. His performance in the number 9 role has yet to live up to the high expectations set by his transfer, with another game passing without a goal.
Ancelotti’s post-match comments were candid, reflecting on the team’s struggles. He acknowledged that Madrid's slow play and lack of movement are significant issues that need addressing. The coach expressed concern about the team's balance and urgency, and emphasized the need for quick improvements.
As the season progresses, Real Madrid must address these issues urgently. The team’s inability to secure all three points against a mid-table side like Las Palmas could have long-term implications for their title aspirations. With key players like Camavinga and Bellingham set to return, there is hope that the squad will find the cohesion and form needed to turn their season around. For now, the pressure is on Ancelotti and his team to rediscover their rhythm and ensure that the star-studded lineup lives up to its billing.
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