Ancelotti wants more from Mbappe: “Can Mbappe play better? Yes”

December 1, 2024

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has recently expressed his desire for more from star striker Kylian Mbappe. Despite Mbappe’s impressive track record, Ancelotti believes the French forward can elevate his game even further.

In a recent press conference, Ancelotti highlighted that Mbappe’s struggles this season are reflective of the team’s overall inconsistency. The Spanish and European champions have faced challenges, including a recent defeat to Liverpool in the Champions League. Mbappe, who joined Real Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain over the summer, has scored just two goals in his last nine games.

Ancelotti emphasized that it’s not just Mbappe who needs to improve, but the entire team. “Mbappe’s problem is the problem that we all have,” Ancelotti said. “The idea is to try to give our best version, not just him but myself, other players.”

Despite the criticism, Ancelotti remains confident in Mbappe’s abilities and his potential to contribute more significantly to the team. “Yes, he can play better, but we can all do better and we will try to,” Ancelotti added.

The coach also pointed out that Mbappe is still adapting to his new environment and has faced off-field issues. However, Ancelotti is optimistic that with time and support, Mbappe will regain his top form and help Real Madrid achieve their goals.

As Real Madrid continues to navigate a challenging season, the focus will be on improving consistency and maximizing the potential of their star players, including Mbappe. Ancelotti’s call for improvement is a reminder that even the best can strive for more, and it will be interesting to see how Mbappe responds to this challenge.