Madrid, October 21, 2025 – Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has praised star forward Kylian Mbappé for his exceptional form this season, as the Spanish giants prepare to host Juventus in a high-stakes Champions League group stage match on Wednesday.
Mbappé, 26, is currently leading the scoring charts in both LaLiga and the Champions League, with 10 goals in 9 league games and 5 goals in just 2 European appearances. He has also added 3 goals for France in international play this season.
Speaking at a press conference ahead of the Juventus clash, Alonso lauded the Frenchman’s consistency and impact.
“Kylian has been simply outstanding,” Alonso said. “He’s not just scoring, he’s influencing every phase of our play — his movement, his finishing, his leadership. He’s delivering at the highest level every week.”
Mbappé joined Real Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain in the summer of 2024 and has quickly become the centerpiece of the club’s attacking line. His performances have helped Madrid maintain an unbeaten start in LaLiga and dominate in Europe.
Wednesday’s fixture against Juventus is expected to be a key test in the group, with both teams vying for top position. Alonso expressed confidence in his squad but emphasized the need for focus:
“Juventus are a strong, experienced side. We’ll need to be at our best — but with players like Kylian in this form, we feel prepared.”
Kickoff at the Santiago Bernabéu is set for 21:00 local time.
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