Kylian Mbappé, the Real Madrid forward, made a candid admission in an interview with CliqueTV that has sparked widespread interest. The French star’s remarks come as Real Madrid prepare for a crucial Champions League clash against Atalanta on Tuesday.
The match, part of the competition’s sixth round, serves as a pivotal moment for Madrid. It also revisits the European Super Cup encounter from August, where Real secured a 2-0 victory, highlighted by Mbappé’s debut goal for the club.
While the team will look to replicate that success, Atalanta arrives in formidable form, unbeaten since September and sitting fifth in their domestic league.
Polish referee Szymon Marciniak has been appointed to oversee the game, adding an experienced hand to what promises to be an intense affair.
Manager Carlo Ancelotti has named his 22-man squad for the trip to Italy, but Real Madrid will be without Ferland Mendy, who is sidelined for two weeks with a right quadriceps injury. Eduardo Camavinga will also miss the match.
The absences are partially offset by the return of Vinícius Júnior, who has been a key figure for Madrid and had missed several recent games.
Rodrygo Goes, who was unavailable during the victory over Girona, has also been included in the squad, along with Jude Bellingham, who continues to deliver standout performances.
As Real Madrid face one of their most challenging matches of the season, Mbappé’s comments have added an unexpected layer of intrigue, highlighting the personal pressures that accompany life at the top of European football.
