Kylian Mbappe Undergoes Tests for Thigh Injury

Kylian Mbappe of Real Madrid suffered minor discomfort in his left thigh during a La Liga match against Alaves, prompting him to be substituted in the 80th minute of the game, which Madrid won 3-2. Manager Carlo Ancelotti downplayed the injury, stating it was precautionary, as Mbappe requested to come off to avoid exacerbating the issue. The star forward, who scored during the match, will undergo tests to assess the injury's extent ahead of the crucial derby against Atletico Madrid this weekend. Despite the injury scare, initial reports suggest it may be minor, and the club is closely monitoring his condition. Mbappe has been a key player for Real Madrid since joining from PSG, scoring six goals in his first eight appearances this season. The team currently sits second in La Liga, one point behind Barcelona.