Mbappe misses El Clasico: conflict and injury at Real Madrid. Kylian Mbappe will not play against Barcelona due to injury and tension within the team. Federico Valverde is also absent from the squad after a clash with Aurelien Tchouameni. Barcelona only need a draw to secure the title.
Ahead of the decisive LaLiga match between Real Madrid and Barcelona, the Madrid club will be without one of its key strikers. Kylian Mbappe has not been included in the squad for El Clasico due to ongoing muscle problems, which have kept him from recovering in time for the game at Spotify Camp Nou. Mbappe’s absence coincides with a period of internal tension: during the week, he was at the center of a conflict with a member of the coaching staff, and also became the focus of a large-scale fan petition demanding his departure from the club.
Injuries and disciplinary actions
The situation was further complicated by another incident at training: Federico Valverde was also left out of the squad as he is following concussion protocol after a collision with Aurelien Tchouameni. Despite being involved in the conflict, Tchouameni remained in the match squad. Both players were fined for their behavior during training, underlining the club’s strict disciplinary policy ahead of a crucial match of the season.
Impact on the title race
For Barcelona, the upcoming match holds particular significance: a draw will be enough for the Catalan side to clinch the LaLiga title early. The absence of Mbappe and Valverde could seriously impact the balance of power, especially as Real Madrid has already dealt with internal conflicts and off-field incidents. Such situations with Madrid players have often been discussed, as in the case of Álvaro Carreras, who found himself in the spotlight due to off-pitch events — more details can be found in the article about the defender’s difficulties after returning to the team.
Context and Expectations
El Clasico traditionally attracts attention not only from sports fans but also from the wider public in Spain. This time, the match takes place amid several internal conflicts within Real Madrid, adding intrigue and pressure on the team. The coaching staff's decision to leave two key players out of the squad could prove decisive for the outcome of the match and the title race.
