- Fans booed Kylian Mbappe following Real Madrid's Champions League defeat to AC Milan on Tuesday night
- Despite making a good switch, Mbappe's efforts were not enough as Los Blancos lost for the second time in the UCL
- Meanwhile, former Real Madrid star Karim Benzema has explained why his compatriot has struggled in the Spanish capital
Kylian Mbappe has been strongly criticized by football fans following the defeat of Real Madrid and AC Milan in the European Champions League (UEFA Champions League).
The French forward, who was expected to be a savior after joining Madrid for the 2024/25 season, has had a difficult time living up to his lofty expectations.
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Mbappe's struggles at Real Madrid
Although he has scored eight goals in all competitions, according to Transfermarkt, Mbappe's performances have been underwhelming.
His usual brilliance on the ball has been replaced by restlessness, and he has often found himself caught offside or unable to find his rhythm at key moments.
The loss of the striker has disappointed fans and analysts, with many questioning his place in the team.
Mbappe playing against AC Milan
In Madrid's first match after the Ballon d'Or 2024 drama, the defending European champions lost to Milan.
According to Eurosport, despite Vinicius Junior's penalty from Panenka equalizing the score, goals from Malick Thiaw, Alvaro Morata, and Tijani Reijnders gave the Rossoneri their first win at the Santiago Bernabeu since 2009.
Fans wear Mbappe after losing to Milan
Although Real Madrid's chances to lose were significant, fans were not quick to point the finger at Mbappe, with many criticizing his contribution.
Some even went so far as to call him the “worst signing” of the season.
On X (formerly Twitter), @CFC_Janty said:
“Real Madrid signed Mbappe and it got worse.”
@Pasi_9000 didn't hold back, he said,
“Mbappe is the worst signing in the history of football. He cannot beat his man. He can't even score without a penalty. He can't sit on the side. SELL HIM ASAP.”
Other users expressed their frustration, with @Nunezball9 commenting,
“He lied to us.”
@View_360_ added,
“Mbappe is Madrid's problem… they should start putting him on the bench.”
That criticism culminated in a stunning post by @BArrs06:
“Mbappe is cursed 😭😭.”
Despite his undeniable talent, Mbappe's struggles in Madrid have raised doubts about his adaptation to the team's style, leaving many wondering if the 2018 World Cup winner can overcome his early season challenges and live up to the high expectations placed on him.
Benzema explains the problem affecting Mbappe
Meanwhile, Karim Benzema has given his take on Kylian Mbappe's role at Real Madrid, suggesting that the French forward should not play as a “number 9.”
After joining the club on an expected free transfer from PSG last summer, Mbappé arrived with high expectations, fueled by his impressive record with Paris Saint-Germain and the French national team.
Ancelotti blames Mbappe for the troubles facing Madrid
TUKO.co.ke also reported that Carlo Ancelotti allegedly named one of his star players as the main factor affecting Real Madrid's form this season.
The team has struggled to replicate last season's success, currently trailing Barcelona in La Liga and struggling in the Champions League.
It is said that Ancelotti believes that the lack of consistency in the squad's tactics is due to Mbappe's limited defensive contribution.
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