Kylian Mbappe faces early end to the season after injury setback

Kylian Mbappe may have already played his final match of the season for Real Madrid after suffering a hamstring injury in the draw against Real Betis.

The French star left the pitch in clear discomfort, immediately sparking concern among fans and staff.

Early ultrasound tests offered some optimism, but more detailed checks have reportedly revealed a more serious problem. Mbappe is now expected to be out for at least a month, which would rule him out of the remaining league games and a crucial El Clasico showdown.

For Madrid, the timing could hardly be worse. Their La Liga title hopes were already fragile, and losing their top scorer makes closing the gap at the top even more difficult. The club, however, must also think beyond this season. With the FIFA World Cup approaching, there is a strong incentive not to rush Mbappe back and to prioritise his full recovery instead.

Although Madrid have shown they can win without him on occasion, being without a player of his calibre at such a decisive stage represents a major blow to both their domestic ambitions and overall momentum.