Real Madrid's strong start to the 2025/26 La Liga campaign has been hit by a double injury blow, with both Kylian Mbappe and Franco Mastantuono returning early from international duty.
As the European qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup roared back into life on Matchday 7, France and Switzerland powered ahead at the top of their groups with commanding victories.
Kylian Mbappe has come to the defence of Barcelona's teenage star Lamine Yamal, urging the media and fans to respect the youngster's privacy and focus on his performances on the pitch.
Real Madrid were ruthless in their 5-0 thrashing of Kairat Almaty in their first UEFA Champions League clash in Kazakhstan on Tuesday night.
Real Madrid extended their perfect start to the La Liga season with a convincing 4-1 win over Levante powered by a second-half brace from Kylian Mbappe.
Real Madrid won their fifth LaLiga match in a row to begin the 2025 season helped by a sterling performance from star forward Kylian Mbappe.