The Whiteos welcome their rivals at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium on February 8, the race for the Liga being balanced.
A surprise defeat against Espanyol last weekend put a brake on the race for Carlo Ancelotti, the gap in mind is now only one point. The derby result could have a major impact on the campaign and Mbappé is ready to play its role.
The French international did not face the Diego Simeone team during his stay at AS Monaco or Paris Saint-Germain before joining Madrid last summer. He missed the 1-1 draw at the Estadio Metropiltano in September due to an injury, but his current form is good, with eight goals in his last six games in all competitions.
One goal against Atlético de Madrid would be another step forward vital for Mbappé, and it is ready to take up the challenge, because the issues increase.
Kylian Mbappé is ready
“I always play to win. It will be a very important match for us and for all Real Madrid supporters. The goal is always the same, go out and win ”, According to Marca.
“Even more when we play against Atlético de Madrid, with the situation we have in Liga, where they are close to us. We have to win and we will do everything to win. »»
The last two trips of Atlético de Madrid in the capital ended in 1-1 dummies, Real Madrid having won the previous three. The last victory of Simeone's troop on the move in the Real Madrid field dates back to 2016, which put a brake on the race for the hosts, while Barcelona ensured the glory.
