Author of the two Parisian goals on Tuesday on the pitch of Real Sociedad, Kylian Mbappé was also flashed at very high speed on the pitch of Anoeta.
In the turmoil since his exit on Friday, at half-time of the match against Monaco, Kylian Mbappé provided a capital response. Fifteen minutes were enough for him to make a first adjustment in the form of a delicious goal, scored after a small personal exploit on his left side, where Luis Enrique had placed him at the kick-off.
In the second half, the French world champion this time showed his burst of speed on an opening from Kang-in Lee, concluding his ride with his special, closed foot. The Bondynois’ lightning acceleration also panicked the BBC meters. According to the English channel, the former Monegasque would indeed have been flashed at more than 33km/h and could claim a time of 10’9” over 100m.
“It’s just a second slower than Usain Bolt set his world record”, wrote the BBC. In fact, the Jamaican ran in 9’58” during his 100m world record with an average speed of 37.5 km/h and a peak of 44.7 km/h. The comparison is therefore delicate.
Kylian Mbappé nonetheless put the Basque defense to torture. “What can I tell you… He’s a differential player, unique in the world. Whether he is the best or not, everyone will have their opinion. Mikel Oyarzabal told Movistar after the meeting.