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Kylian Mbappe

Also known as: the French superstar

Kylian Mbappé — Real Madrid striker sidelined with hamstring injury, facing fan backlash over holiday during recovery from injury.

2026-04-242026-05-15
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  1. May 2026

  8. Injured Mbappe faces backlash over Sardinia trip before Clasico By AFP May 05, 2026 09:15 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kylian Mbappé has come under criticism for his injury recovery. …

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    Injured Mbappe faces backlash over Sardinia trip before Clasico
  10. April 2026
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Real Madrid coach calls on Mbappé to show commitment

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Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa has called on French striker Kylian Mbappé to demonstrate "his commitment" to the team in the final three matches of the season. Mbappé has faced criticism from club fans in recent weeks, partly for taking a holiday in Sardinia while recovering from a thigh injury, and missed Madrid's Clasico defeat by Barcelona that confirmed the Catalans as La Liga champions.

19 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Real Madrid coach calls on Mbappé to show commitment

    Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa has called on French striker Kylian Mbappé to demonstrate "his commitment" to the team in the final three matches of the season. Mbappé has faced criticism from club fans in recent weeks, partly for taking a holiday in Sardinia while recovering from a thigh injury, and missed Madrid's Clasico defeat by Barcelona that confirmed the Catalans as La Liga champions.

    19 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

Monday 11 May

  1. Dembele wins French Ligue 1 player award for second year

    Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembele was named Ligue 1 player of the year for the second consecutive year, becoming the fifth player to win back-to-back awards. The 28-year-old has scored 10 goals and six assists this season despite an injury-plagued campaign with just nine Ligue 1 starts.

    12 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 10 May

  1. Real Madrid coach Arbeloa calls for collective unity after Barcelona loss

    Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa said his club needs to prioritize collective teamwork over individual talent after Barcelona beat them 2-0 in the Clasico to clinch back-to-back La Liga titles. Arbeloa cited the need for a clearer strategy and noted that Madrid dropped points in games they should not have lost.

    11 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 9 May

  1. Barcelona one point from La Liga title against Madrid

    Barcelona need only a draw against Real Madrid in Sunday's Clasico to clinch back-to-back La Liga titles, with an 11-point lead over their rivals. Madrid are in disarray after a dressing-room clash between Aurelien Tchouameni and Federico Valverde left Valverde requiring hospital treatment for a head injury.

    10 May 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 7 May

  1. Mbappe returns from injury; Tchouameni trains after bust-up

    Kylian Mbappe trained on Friday after recovering from a hamstring injury that sidelined him for two weeks, ahead of Real Madrid's Clasico against Barcelona. Aurelien Tchouameni also participated in training the day after an altercation with teammate Federico Valverde; Real Madrid has opened disciplinary proceedings against both players.

    8 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Real Madrid face Barcelona amid internal turmoil, trophy drought

    Real Madrid meet Barcelona in El Clásico on Sunday trailing by 11 points with four matches remaining in La Liga, facing potential relegation from the title race. The club is in disarray, with fans protesting Mbappe's commitment, two training-ground bust-ups reported, and manager Alvaro Arbeloa at odds with players as president Perez considers appointing Jose Mourinho.

    7 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 4 May

  1. Injured Mbappé draws Madrid fan backlash over Sardinia holiday

    Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappé, sidelined with a hamstring injury, has faced criticism from supporters after taking a holiday in Sardinia during rest days granted by the club. Some fans are calling for him to leave, and an online petition urges Madrid fans to voice their discontent ahead of Sunday's Clasico against Barcelona.

    5 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 30 April

  1. Espanyol faces Real Madrid seeking first win of 2026

    Espanyol have not won a match in 2026 and face Real Madrid on Sunday; if they win and Barcelona beat Osasuna on Saturday, Barcelona will be crowned Spanish league champions. Espanyol have fallen to 13th place, five points clear of the relegation zone.

    1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 24 April

  1. Mbappe suffers muscle overload in hamstring at Betis

    Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe suffered a "muscle overload" in his left hamstring during a 1-1 draw at Real Betis and was substituted in the final 10 minutes; the problem does not appear serious pending further tests.

    25 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 23 April

  1. Barcelona lose Yamal to injury for final title push

    Barcelona must finish their La Liga title race without teenage winger Lamine Yamal, who sustained a hamstring injury against Celta Vigo and is out for the rest of the season. The club holds a nine-point lead over Real Madrid but faces a key Clásico on May 10, with coach Hansi Flick relying on squad depth to protect their advantage.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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