Kylian Mbappe Ruled Out Indefinitely Due to Injury

Kylian Mbappe of Real Madrid has been diagnosed with a left thigh injury sustained during the Champions League match against Atalanta. The 25-year-old forward opened the scoring in the 10th minute but had to be substituted due to discomfort after 36 minutes. Manager Carlo Ancelotti initially downplayed the severity of the injury, suggesting it was not serious; however, tests confirmed it would sideline Mbappe for at least ten days. Consequently, he is set to miss upcoming matches, including the La Liga clash against Rayo Vallecano and the FIFA Intercontinental Cup final in Qatar. Despite the injury, Mbappe had recently shown improved form, scoring in consecutive matches. His absence is a significant setback for Real Madrid as they prepare for crucial fixtures.