One year on from the moment Mbappé's fortunes changed forever, the French forward has returned to San Mamés, where it all began. In October 2024, he scored a crucial goal in a Clásico against Barcelona, marking a turning point in his season and ultimately helping Real Madrid secure the title. The 25-year-old has since become instrumental for Los Blancos, scoring an astonishing 55 goals in just one calendar year.
Mbappé's form has been nothing short of spectacular, with many pundits hailing him as "Super Mbappé." His acceleration, speed, and goal-scoring prowess have left defenders in his wake. The Brazilian's incredible performances have not only helped Madrid but also overshadowed Barcelona, which had been struggling to cope with the loss of key players.
Under manager Xabi Alonso, Madrid has shifted its strategy, adopting a more direct approach that utilizes Mbappé's pace and power. The 4-4-2 system has seen Aurélien Tchouameni operating as a deeper-lying playmaker, while Jude Bellingham has been deployed in a more advanced role.
The win over Athletic Bilbao marked Madrid's best performance of the season, with Mbappé scoring two goals and setting up another. The victory was a significant boost for Alonso, who had been under pressure after a string of defeats. While it remains to be seen how long this resurgence will last, one thing is certain: Mbappé has been instrumental in Madrid's success.
As the team heads into the final stretch of the season, doubts about Alonso's ability to manage the players have started to surface. The coach's tactics and decision-making have come under scrutiny, particularly after Vinícius' incident during the Clásico against Barcelona. However, with Mbappé on the pitch, Madrid has looked like a different team.
The French forward has been instrumental in breaking down Bilbao's high line, exploiting spaces that other teams have struggled to access. His performances have left goalkeeper Unai Simón scrambling, and his goal-scoring record continues to impress. As the season enters its final phase, it remains to be seen whether Madrid can sustain this level of form, but one thing is certain: Mbappé has been the driving force behind their resurgence.
Madrid's win over Bilbao has given them a glimmer of hope in the title race, and with the team showing signs of unity, there may still be a chance for Los Blancos to salvage what was looking like an imploding season. With Mbappé continuing to score goals at an incredible rate, Real Madrid can finally start feeling the joy that has eluded them all season - hope.
Mbappé's form has been nothing short of spectacular, with many pundits hailing him as "Super Mbappé." His acceleration, speed, and goal-scoring prowess have left defenders in his wake. The Brazilian's incredible performances have not only helped Madrid but also overshadowed Barcelona, which had been struggling to cope with the loss of key players.
Under manager Xabi Alonso, Madrid has shifted its strategy, adopting a more direct approach that utilizes Mbappé's pace and power. The 4-4-2 system has seen Aurélien Tchouameni operating as a deeper-lying playmaker, while Jude Bellingham has been deployed in a more advanced role.
The win over Athletic Bilbao marked Madrid's best performance of the season, with Mbappé scoring two goals and setting up another. The victory was a significant boost for Alonso, who had been under pressure after a string of defeats. While it remains to be seen how long this resurgence will last, one thing is certain: Mbappé has been instrumental in Madrid's success.
As the team heads into the final stretch of the season, doubts about Alonso's ability to manage the players have started to surface. The coach's tactics and decision-making have come under scrutiny, particularly after Vinícius' incident during the Clásico against Barcelona. However, with Mbappé on the pitch, Madrid has looked like a different team.
The French forward has been instrumental in breaking down Bilbao's high line, exploiting spaces that other teams have struggled to access. His performances have left goalkeeper Unai Simón scrambling, and his goal-scoring record continues to impress. As the season enters its final phase, it remains to be seen whether Madrid can sustain this level of form, but one thing is certain: Mbappé has been the driving force behind their resurgence.
Madrid's win over Bilbao has given them a glimmer of hope in the title race, and with the team showing signs of unity, there may still be a chance for Los Blancos to salvage what was looking like an imploding season. With Mbappé continuing to score goals at an incredible rate, Real Madrid can finally start feeling the joy that has eluded them all season - hope.