Real Madrid faces a significant setback this season with the injury of Kylian Mbappé, who left the Champions League match against Atalanta after scoring his 50th goal in the competition. The absence of the French forward raises concerns, especially with key fixtures on the immediate calendar.

The club confirmed that Mbappé suffered a muscle injury in the hamstring of his left leg, with an estimated recovery period of ten days. This timeframe overlaps with critical matches in LaLiga EA Sports and the Intercontinental Cup, where Real Madrid aims to conclude the year with an international title.

Matches He Will Miss

Based on his recovery timeline and the schedule, Mbappé is expected to miss up to two matches:

• Real Madrid vs. Rayo Vallecano (December 14, LaLiga EA Sports): A crucial match at the Santiago Bernabéu, where Real Madrid will look to stay in contention for the league’s top spots.
• Intercontinental Cup Final (Doubt) (December 18, Doha): While his participation is not entirely ruled out, the proximity of the match to his recovery period raises doubts. Real Madrid might choose not to risk Mbappé for this important game.

Pending Decision on His Return

Coach Carlo Ancelotti emphasized a cautious approach to the star player’s return:

"We won’t risk Mbappé’s health. His well-being is the top priority," the Italian coach stated.

The club is expected to make a decision based on Mbappé’s progress in training over the coming days.