Mbappe Double Fires Real Madrid to Victory Over Betis
Real Madrid’s star-studded attack finally clicked on Sunday as Kylian Mbappe’s late double secured a 2-0 home victory over Real Betis. The Frenchman, who joined from Paris Saint-Germain in the summer, had endured a frustrating start to his LaLiga campaign, failing to score in his first three appearances.
However, Mbappe silenced his critics with a clinical finish in the 67th minute, pouncing on a brilliant back-heel assist from Federico Valverde. The goal was a testament to the growing understanding between Mbappe and his new teammates, as they began to find their rhythm in the second half.
Mbappe’s second goal came from the penalty spot in the 75th minute after Vinicius Jr was fouled by goalkeeper Rui Silva. The penalty was a fitting reward for Vinicius, who had been a constant threat to the Betis defense throughout the match.
The victory was a much-needed boost for Real Madrid, who had drawn their previous match against Las Palmas. It also eased the pressure on manager Carlo Ancelotti, who had come under fire for his team’s inconsistent start to the season.
Mbappe’s performance was particularly encouraging for Real Madrid, as it showed that he is starting to adapt to the demands of LaLiga. The Frenchman’s pace and skill were a constant threat to the Betis defense, and he was unlucky not to score more goals.
With Mbappe finding his feet, Real Madrid will be confident of challenging for the LaLiga title this season. The team has a wealth of attacking talent, and if they can continue to gel, they will be a force to be reckoned with.
