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Mbappé Shines for Real Madrid After Gaining Four Kilograms

Kylian Mbappe after scoring a penalty against Osasuna

Key Takeaways:

  • Real Madrid secured a 3:0 win over Oviedo in La Liga
  • Kylian Mbappé netted two goals for “Los Blancos” in the match
  • Xabi Alonso confirmed that Mbappé has gained four kilograms after losing them during the FIFA Club World Cup

Match Overview

Real Madrid registered a commanding 3:0 triumph against Oviedo in their latest La Liga fixture, with manager Xabi Alonso sharing notable insights following the final whistle. The victory was secured through goals from Kylian Mbappé and Vinicius, with the French forward contributing two strikes to the scoreline.

Mbappé’s Physical Condition

After the conclusion of the contest, Xabi Alonso revealed a significant update regarding Mbappé’s fitness. Alonso said that the forward had gained four kilograms, having previously lost this weight during the FIFA Club World Cup. The Real Madrid manager signalled his approval of this development, indicating satisfaction with Mbappé’s current form.

Manager’s Reflections

Xabi Alonso further discussed Mbappé’s performance and the team’s continuing efforts to improve, stating:

“He gained four kilograms. He had lost them during the FIFA Club World Cup. He looks really good. I like to watch these laps. When we manage to keep these distances, everyone being close to each other, we manage to find one another. He played very well today, as he did last time. We are still looking for what needs to be improved, but the feeling is good,” commented Xabi Alonso.

MatchResultMbappé GoalsVinicius GoalsMbappé Weight Gain Reported
Real Madrid vs Oviedo3:0214 kilograms

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