A purpose and a trophy. How was Kylian Mbappé’s debut with Real Madrid?
The France captain donned the Spanish champions’ famous white shirt for the first time in a competitive match and scored the second goal in the 2-0 UEFA Super Cup victory over Atalanta on Wednesday.
Mbappé, who played 82 minutes at the National Stadium in Warsaw, received a pass from Jude Bellingham inside the box with a shot into the most sensitive corner in the 68th minute.
After putting both arms on his chest for his big celebration, he congratulated through Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo, the other members of Madrid’s star-studded attacking force that could shake up European football as the new season approaches.
Federico Valverde collected a Vinicius cross in the 59th to give Madrid a record sixth victory in the Super Cup, the annual duel between the Champions League winners (Madrid) and the Europa League champions (Atalanta).
59 minutes: GOAL!
Vinicius Jr beats his marker with one foot before pushing the ball to Valverde to shoot!
46 minutes: What a support!
Pasalic took advantage of a De Roon cross with a hard header, but Courtois deflected and Madrid cleared the resulting corner.
Recovery!
Kylian Mbappé still controlled a shot on goal, but there were some smart touches.
Jude Bellingham as No. 10.
Magnificent from Mbappé!
45 minutes: Both groups hit the crossbar in a cautious first 45 minutes.
45 minutes: Best so far!
Rodrygo hits the crossbar after a beautiful ball from Vinicius!
Minute 43: Lookman sees his shot from the edge of the area cleared, which Madrid manages with ease.
Minute 41: Good threats from Atalanta Madrid.
39 minutes: Some great touches from Madrid’s four most sensible players, but they are no reason to give the final pass.
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