October 02, (THEWILL) – Real Madrid Manager, Carlo Ancelotti, announced on Tuesday, that a late decision will be made regarding Kylian Mbappe’s potential return for their UEFA Champions League match against Lille.
The French forward has recently recovered from a muscle injury sustained during Madrid’s La Liga victory over Deportivo Alaves last week. Mbappe, who joined Real Madrid from Paris St Germain in June 2024, missed the team’s recent 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid.
Ancelotti noted that while Mbappe has made a swift recovery and participated in training, the final decision on his involvement will prioritise avoiding unnecessary risks. Real Madrid currently hold second place in La Liga, trailing Barcelona by three points after eight matches.
Ancelotti emphasised the importance of taking maximum points against Lille, acknowledging the French team’s quality and possession-based style of play. He expressed confidence in his squad’s ability to improve and readiness for the upcoming fixtures.
The Italian manager also addressed the recent incident during the Madrid derby, where an Atletico Madrid fan was permanently banned for throwing an object onto the pitch. Ancelotti strongly condemned violent behaviour in football, stating that such individuals have no place in the sport, regardless of their team allegiance.
Real Madrid’s UCL clash against Lille is scheduled for Wednesday, at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy. The Spanish giants aim to maintain their positive momentum in both domestic and European competitions, with Mbappe’s potential return adding an extra dimension to their attacking options.
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