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Mbappé is out: Garcia takes on the decisive role at Real!
Kylian Mbappé is out of the game against RB Salzburg after recovering from gastroenteritis. Gonzalo Garcia will replace him.
Mbappé is out: Garcia takes on the decisive role at Real!
Kylian Mbappé is currently the talk of the football world, but for a less pleasant reason. The 26-year-old Real Madrid superstar is out of the upcoming game against RB Salzburg as he has recently recovered from acute gastroenteritis. This reports Le10Sport.
Mbappé has been suffering from the consequences of this illness since June 16th. During a hospital stay, numerous examinations were carried out and an appropriate treatment plan was followed. Fortunately, he was able to leave the hospital and return to the training complex in Palm Beach, but he has yet to return to the team. Loud Le Parisien He will also not be able to play in the second match of the Club World Cup against Pachuca.
The influence on the team
Mbappé's absence is particularly hard on Real Madrid as they look to find their feet in their first competition under new coach Xabi Alonso. The first game against Al Hilal only ended in a disappointing 1-1 draw and the responsibility for the offensive play now falls on the shoulders of the other players. Gonzalo Garcia, the 21-year-old young player, has already recommended himself as a talented replacement for Mbappé. It was he who scored the only goal against Al Hilal and could get even more playing time under Xabi Alonso if he continues like this, according to Le10Sport.
The conditions of the World Cup represent an additional challenge. The rhythm of training and competition is anything but conducive to Mbappé's rapid return, even after the acute phase of the illness has been overcome. As the CNN As noted, symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain and nausea are typically long-term effects that can make it difficult to return to competitive fitness.
Outlook for next season
It seems that this situation poses a challenge for more than just the current season. If Gonzalo Garcia can perform consistently, he could potentially take on a larger role at Real Madrid next season. All in all, it shows that Real Madrid continues to rely on its star center, while at the same time new talent is establishing itself in the shadows.
The next games will be crucial in setting the course for the future. Real Madrid officials and fans will be eagerly awaiting how the team will perform in the face of this unexpected situation. It remains to be seen whether these teething problems may also provide the necessary fire for a strong seasonal ignition.