Mbappe Shines in Real Madrid Debut

Kylian Mbappé made his highly anticipated debut for Real Madrid during the UEFA Super Cup against Atalanta Bergamo on August 14, after a quiet summer since his transfer announcement. The French captain, who joined the club on July 16, had been largely absent from the headlines, with only glimpses of his training and interactions with teammates. Despite a week of training, he managed to score a crucial goal in the 68th minute, helping secure Real Madrid's sixth European Supercup title. In the match, Mbappé played as the central attacker but struggled to find his rhythm, often drifting to the left and risking interference with teammate Vinicius Junior. However, his talent shone through when he connected with a pass from Jude Bellingham, demonstrating his ability to impact the game despite not being at peak form. Post-match, Mbappé expressed his pride in playing for Real Madrid and the significance of winning a title in his first match. Bellingham praised Mbappé's leadership and communication on the field, noting how seamlessly he integrated into the team. Real Madrid's head coach, Carlo Ancelotti, highlighted Mbappé's goal-scoring potential and acknowledged the team's challenges against a strong Atalanta side. Looking ahead, both Ancelotti and Mbappé emphasized the importance of team balance and the limitless potential of the squad as they aim for success in the upcoming season.