In an excerpt revealed by DAZN, France striker Kylian Mbappé offered some subtle advice to his team-mate Vinicius Junior on Saturday. On the pitch at Celta Vigo, the 25-year-old criticised the lack of spontaneity shown by the likely future Ballon d’Or winner in 2024.
As captain of the French national team, Kylian Mbappé is no slouch. Known for his outbursts, the former PSG striker is beginning to overshadow several players at Real Madrid, whom he has recently joined. The scorer of eight goals in ten appearances for Carlo Ancelotti’s side, KM9 has eclipsed Jude Bellingham, for example, who has yet to score a single goal this season, whereas he had ten at this stage last season. Sharing the attacking line with Vinicius Junior, the Bondy native is increasingly making his presence felt.
KM9’s advice to Vini
The scorer of a sumptuous goal against Celta Vigo last Saturday in La Liga, Mbappé has fulfilled the expectations of many. Known for his efficiency in front of goal, the French striker did not hesitate to distil some valuable advice to his strike partner. In footage shared by DAZN, Real Madrid’s new No9 was quick to criticise Vinicius’ lack of spontaneity.
After the Brazilian had lost the ball on the left-hand side of the Vigo box and misjudged Federico Valverde’s right-footed cross, Kylian Mbappé got straight to the point: ‘You don’t need to slow down, just shoot, because if you wait, you won’t be able to finish. Shoot!’ the Frenchman blurted out, as shown in the subtitled images on DAZN. Increasingly at ease with the probable future Ballon d’Or winner, the son of Fayza Lamari and Wilfried Mbappé is starting to let off steam.
Vinicius’ great attitude
As can be seen from the images that have been doing the rounds on social networks in recent hours, the Brazilian winger’s reaction suggests that the two players are on good terms. Known for his humility, Vinicius Junior has never shown any disgust at his French team-mate’s advice. It has to be said that the Brazilian international still has some things to learn, as he lacks lucidity from time to time. Jude Bellingham will not disagree, having railed against his partner during Saturday’s match for his individualism.
That’s a very good thing, because when things are going well together, it’s much more dangerous for the opposition. Real Madrid need it at this crucial moment, especially with the match against Dortmund on Tuesday, followed by the match against Barcelona.
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