The arrival of Kylian Mbappé at Real Madrid sparked immense expectations among fans and the club's management. However, his performance so far has been underwhelming, particularly in key matches such as the recent 2-0 loss against Liverpool at Anfield, where he struggled to make an impact and missed a crucial penalty.

This has led to comparisons with the ill-fated tenure of Eden Hazard, who also joined Madrid with great promise but failed to deliver.

Is Mbappé Following Hazard’s Path?

The situation bears similarities to Hazard’s story at Real Madrid, where high hopes were dashed due to injuries and struggles to adapt.

 While Mbappé has not faced significant injuries, his lackluster performances in critical matches have raised concerns.

Some fans fear the Frenchman might face a similar fate if he fails to elevate his game. Despite the criticism, coach Carlo Ancelotti has expressed confidence in Mbappé, emphasizing that he is going through a challenging phase and needs time to fully integrate into the team.

Mixed Results So Far

Since joining Real Madrid, Mbappé has played 18 matches, scoring 9 goals. However, his contribution in the UEFA Champions League has been modest, with only one goal in five appearances. These numbers fall short of expectations for a player of his stature, further fueling comparisons with Hazard.

While it’s too early to make definitive judgments, Mbappé must quickly adapt and deliver consistent performances to avoid being labeled as Madrid’s next big disappointment.