Kylian Mbappé will not be participating in the highly anticipated match at Camp Nou this Sunday night. This game is crucial for Barcelona as they could secure the La Liga title. The match is set to begin at 21:00 and will be broadcasted on Movistar.
Injury Concerns for Mbappé
Prior to the team’s departure, the French forward reported feeling unwell after Saturday’s training session. He had previously exited a match against Real Betis two weeks ago due to a left hamstring injury. Despite completing a training session with teammates on Friday, Mbappé did not finish the final practice before the clash with Barcelona, raising further suspicions about his fitness.
Madrid’s Struggles Without Their Star Player
This marks the eleventh game that Mbappé has missed in 2026, primarily due to injury. The star forward has been sidelined due to various issues, including a controversial knee injury that initially raised concerns about his right knee. His absence has been notable in key matches, including the Supercopa semifinal against Atlético and critical Champions League fixtures against Benfica and Manchester City. He was only able to contribute in brief moments during the final match against Barcelona.
Upcoming Matches and Team Updates
Real Madrid’s next game is scheduled for Thursday at home against Oviedo. Fans have begun to express dissatisfaction regarding Mbappé’s commitment to the team, particularly following his trip to Italy on a recent days-off. He returned to Madrid just moments before the team’s match against Cornellà.
- Injured Players: Carvajal, Militão, Mendy, Valverde, Güler, Rodrygo
- Ceballos has been excluded from the squad for the third consecutive match due to technical decisions.
- Álvaro Arbeloa, in a recent press conference, stated the team remains healthy despite internal disputes, including a notable incident involving Valverde and Tchouameni.
- Valverde is expected to be sidelined for an additional ten days due to a cranial injury sustained during the altercation.
- Thibaut Courtois has recovered from his injury and is available for selection.
As the countdown to the match against Barcelona continues, Real Madrid must navigate the absence of key players, including their star scorer. All eyes will be on the field as Barcelona looks to secure the La Liga title and Madrid seeks to rebound from recent difficulties.
