Real Madrid, Mbappé happy to have made Zidane smile!

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By: Manu Tournoux

Real Madrid, Mbappé happy to have made Zidane smile!

It was Kylian Mbappé's evening. This Wednesday evening, the Madrilenians eliminated Manchester City during the Champions League dam on the score of 3 goals at 0. Mbappé scored a hat -trick against the Citizens.

The French striker is in a remarkable form and seems definitively launched. His XXL performance was followed closely, notably by the French legend, and former player and coach of Casa Blanca Zinedine Zidane.

The ex-Numéro 5 of the Merengue was present in the stands of the Bernabeu and did not hide his admiration concerning the match of the number 9. In the mixed zone, the 2018 world champion was happy to have made the L smile smile 'Old playmaker.

“Zizou (Zinedine Zidane) is an idol for me, as a Frenchman and now as a Madrid. Zizou represents a lot for us, French. Do not touch Zizou. If my match made him smile, I am the happiest child in the world, “ He said with a big smile on our lips.

Before continuing: »An evening like this… It is sure that people have told me a lot about what a big evening of the Champions League is in Bernabeu. Now, I have seen my eyes what it is and I hope that we will still have many others. »»

Atletico de Madrid or Bayer Leverkusen

Kylian Mbappé and Real Madrid are at the rendezvous of the knockout stages of the 2024-2025 edition of the Champions League. The men of Carlo Ancelotti will be opposed to Atletico of Madrid or to Bayer Leverkusen for a place in the quarter -finals of the competition.

Two tough teams that could pose, in a different style of many concerns to the partners of Kylian Mbappé. Madrid will have to be serious and effective in getting rid of Spaniards or Germans. Answer this Friday …

Manu Tournoux

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Manu Tournoux

Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.