Mbappé, in Real Madrid’s Squad Despite Discomfort
Madrid – Kylian Mbappé has been included in Real Madrid’s squad for the crucial match against Manchester City on the sixth matchday of the Champions League. Despite the physical discomfort he presents, the French striker could see minutes in the match.
Mbappé, who is suffering from a fracture in the ring finger of his left hand and discomfort in his knee, underwent medical tests on Wednesday at Ciudad Real Madrid. After receiving the okay from the medical staff, coach Xabi Alonso decided to include him in the list of those called up. The decision on his participation as a starter will be made at the last minute.
The match will be played at the Santiago Bernabéu stadium starting at 21:00 hours (20:00 GMT).
Injuries Force Alonso to Look to the Youth Academy
The coach Xabi Alonso faces the match with an important list of injured players. Among them are Trent Alexander-Arnold, Dani Carvajal, Dean Huijsen, David Alaba, Éder Militao, Ferland Mendy and Eduardo Camavinga.
Faced with this situation, the coach has turned to the youth team, calling up defenders Víctor Valdepeñas ‘Valde’ and Joan Martínez, as well as midfielder Jorge Cestero.
Real Madrid Full Squad
- Goalkeepers: Courtois, Lunin and Fran González.
- Defenders: Raúl Asencio, Rüdiger, Joan Martínez, Víctor Valdepeñas, Álvaro Carreras and Fran García.
- Midfielders: Tchouaméni, Fede Valverde, Dani Ceballos, Cestero, Arda Güler and Bellingham.
- Forwards: Vinícius, Mastantuono, Endrick, Mbappé, Rodrygo, Gonzalo and Brahim.
Real Madrid faces this match as a key test, especially after their recent home defeat against Celta.
