Ancelotti gives the all-clear after Mbappé substitution

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has reassured the Royal’s fans after the early substitution of superstar Kylian Mbappé in the narrow victory against Deportivo Alavés. “He is fine, he just felt a strain and asked to be substituted so that he wouldn’t get into trouble,” said Ancelotti after Real’s 3-2 (2-0) win on Tuesday evening, in which the Frenchman was substituted ten minutes before the end.

In view of the upcoming Madrid city derby at Atlético on Sunday, there were initially worried reactions from fans. Especially since there had already been speculation about the striker being rested before the game against Aláves, in which Mbappé scored the 2-0 (40th minute). Mbappé has played every game for Madrid since his move from Paris.

Mbappé to be examined as a precaution

Despite Ancelotti’s statements, according to media reports from Madrid, Mbappé will be examined today or on Thursday as a precaution. The sports newspaper “As” wrote specifically about problems in his left thigh.