Mbappe’s first LaLiga goals propel Real Madrid to victory
Kylian Mbappe has finally found the back of the net for Real Madrid in LaLiga, ending a brief goal drought that had lingered over the start of his career with the Spanish giants.
The French forward’s double strike secured a crucial 2-0 victory against Real Betis at the iconic Santiago Bernabeu Stadium.
Reflecting on his first goals in the league, Mbappe expressed a sense of relief and gratitude. “I’ve been happy ever since I arrived here,” he told DAZN. “People have given me a lot of affection here, even when I didn’t score, which was for three games. For some that doesn’t seem much but for me it was a lot!”
Mbappe’s admiration for the support he received was evident as he continued, “However, during the process, the club, the teammates, the fans… they have always been with me. Giving me confidence to score goals for this club.”
The victory was a much-needed boost for Real Madrid, who were coming off a disappointing 1-1 draw against Las Palmas. The absence of key midfielder Jude Bellingham due to a leg injury added to the team’s challenges, resulting in another slow start against Betis.
The breakthrough came when Mbappe converted a close-range effort in the 67th minute, followed by a composed penalty eight minutes later after Vinicius Jr was fouled. “It’s a great moment. I was really looking forward to scoring in this mythical stadium, the best in the world,” Mbappe said, emphasizing the significance of his performance at the Bernabeu.
He concluded with a focus on the team’s achievement, stating, “But the most important thing is the victory. We had to win after Las Palmas, even though we faced a difficult game, as they all are against rivals here. But we are Real Madrid. And we won at last.”
With this triumph, Real Madrid not only earned their second league win of the season but also reaffirmed their status as formidable contenders in the race for the LaLiga title. Mbappe’s contribution signals a promising start to what could be a prolific tenure with the club.
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