In a highly anticipated La Liga match, Real Madrid suffered a setback against Athletic Club, with a final score of 2-1. The match saw star forward Kylian Mbappé miss a crucial penalty in the dying minutes, leading to a post-match reflection from coach Carlo Ancelotti. Ancelotti expressed understanding and support for his forward, stating, “Kylian is a player who can miss a penalty. It happens in football. He will learn from this.” Despite the defeat, Ancelotti emphasized the importance of keeping morale high, asserting, “We must keep our heads up and focus on the next matches.” The outcome of this match has placed additional pressure on the team as they aim for a strong league finish. This loss marks Real Madrid’s inconsistency in the early stages of the season, raising concerns among fans and analysts alike about their title ambitions. In contrast, Athletic Club celebrated their victory with goals from Iñaki Williams and a late header from Yeray Álvarez.
Carlo Ancelotti Reflects on Kylian Mbappé’s Penalty Miss in Real Madrid’s Loss to Athletic Club
