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Mourinho Lashes Out at 'Ridiculous' Criticism of Mbappe
Mourinho says Mbappé fulfilled his recovery duties after the forward drew criticism for cycling and other off-field appearances during his injury break.
- Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho confirmed on Friday that Kylian Mbappé will start Saturday's match against Villarreal, following the forward's return to training Monday at Valdebebas.
- Mbappé sustained a hyperextension of his left knee's posterior capsule during France's Nations League match against Turkey on September 25, 2026, with medical staff estimating 10-12 days of recovery.
- Criticism arose after images emerged of Mbappé visiting a Paris nightclub and cycling in Switzerland, activities observers noted conflicted with Real Madrid protocols advising against cycling to avoid injury.
- Mourinho dismissed the criticism as "ridiculous," asserting Mbappé fulfilled his obligations while clarifying the Paris venue hosted a private event and hotel bicycles were available for guest use.
- Real Madrid currently sits fourth in La Liga, trailing leaders Barcelona by six points, with a demanding October schedule culminating in El Clásico on October 25.
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Real Madrid's Portuguese coach defended his team's biggest star ahead of the league match against Villarreal.
·Budapest, Hungary
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Real Madrid's strategist denied the corporate press versions of the French attacker's discipline, confirmed his ownership of the Villarreal and urged the fans not to give in to media speculation.
·Caracas, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of)
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Jose Mourinho is tired of the reports about real-stormer Kylian Mbappe and his recent actions. "I thought you had enough real scandals, the coach reacted to a corresponding question.
·Vienna, Austria
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