The shadow of galactics has always hovered over them. This summer, with the arrival of Kylian Mbappé in Real Madrid, the era of galactics 2.0 opened. Led by Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo last season, the club of the Iberian capital was going to have to find room to create an explosive attack with its four superstars. Consequently, the expectations placed on MBAPPé were very high from entry. Despite the first complex months, the former PSG managed to get up and have been going on since December with several world class performances. At the same time, Vinicius seemed to lose his superb this season. Between the shock of the Ballon d'Or last October and the controversies he had to face on the other side of the Pyrenees, the Brazilian could not have his usual constancy on the meadow.
Always capable of incredible shots, the number 7 Madrid alternated between the good and the least good during this cuvée and was sometimes criticized for clearly disappointing services. An observation that can also be applied to Kylian Mbappé. Author of a wonderful match in the Champions League against Manchester City in the play-offs with a hat-trick at the Bernabeu, Le Bondynois was criticized in the last European game against Atlético de Madrid. Not spared by the Iberian press, the Frenchman was criticized alongside Vinicius, tried below their attacks of attack Brahim Díaz and Rodrygo. As often, Madrid stars were able to count on the support of their coach Carlo Ancelotti at a press conference: “Mbappé?” Against Atletico, he did not do what he did against City. In general, he manages very well, we are very happy with him. The season is demanding, it's normal, especially among quality players, these have more ups and downs, it is something genetics. He manages very well. ”
Kylian Mbappé and Vinicius Junior energized the defense of Rayo Vallecano
A confidence renewed in the acts with the Italian technician who decided to relaunch his two virtuosos on the occasion of this Sunday meeting against Rayo Vallecano in Liga. A choice ultimately paying as the two men were excellent during this Madrid derby won by the Merengues (2-1). In a big day at the start of the game, Vinicius shone through many arabesques that made the opposing defenders goat. Kylian Mbappé opened hostilities at the time of play. Found in depth by Vinicius, the captain of the French Team Dribbled Lejeune with a favorable counter before finishing with a diabolically precise shot.
Banner, Vinicius then turned into a scorer. Inspired, the Brazilian embarked on a real show by reviewing La Défense opponent before crucifying the goalkeeper of a vicious strike (34th). After this victory, Carlo Ancelotti was quick to congratulate his two players: “Vinicius and Mbappé scored two spectacular goals, they had the opportunity to make 3-1. Then I told myself that I had to defend and I removed the attackers. For me, this is not a problem, because I removed minutes from Mbappé and Rodrygo and it will do him good for Wednesday ”. Accomplices, the two men seemed much more in legs than in the middle of the week and their connection was natural throughout the game. A good omen before a return round which promises to be explosive this Wednesday against another neighbor, Atlético de Madrid.
