Get ready for an exciting football story, folks! Kylian Mbappé is on the cusp of breaking Cristiano Ronaldo's record for most goals in a calendar year for Real Madrid.
But here's where it gets controversial... Mbappé's manager, Xabi Alonso, has come under scrutiny for his team selection and tactics. Despite a nervous 3-2 Copa del Rey win against Talavera, Alonso defended his decision to keep Mbappé on the field for the entire game, citing his goal-scoring prowess.
Mbappé delivered, scoring twice and assisting a third goal, bringing his tally to an impressive 58 goals for the year. With just one more goal, he'll surpass Ronaldo's record of 59 goals set in 2013. But the path to this achievement hasn't been smooth sailing for Madrid.
In a post-match conference, Alonso emphasized Mbappé's importance, saying, "Kylian always has that knack for scoring. The third goal was key, and that's why we kept him on. Mission accomplished."
And this is the part most people miss: Madrid's performance has been inconsistent, even with key players like Mbappé, Jude Bellingham, Aurélien Tchouaméni, and Rodrygo on the pitch. Alonso acknowledged this, stating, "What we've lacked is consistency... closing off the match and being more mature."
Despite winning two games this week, including a 2-1 LaLiga victory over Alavés, Madrid's recent 2-0 home loss to Celta Vigo has sparked discussions among senior club executives about Alonso's future. But Alonso remains focused on the team's progress, saying, "The objective was to move forward, and we've achieved that."
So, will Mbappé break the record? And what does the future hold for Alonso's managerial career at Real Madrid? These questions remain unanswered, leaving football fans on the edge of their seats. What are your thoughts? Feel free to share your predictions and opinions in the comments below!
