- Carlo Ancelotti and Mbappe are under scrutiny following Madrid’s second consecutive home defeat. Ancelotti has faced public criticism, including pointed comments from Fede Valverde’s partner on social media and disapproval from two club legends.
After suffering a 4-0 defeat to their main rivals just two weeks ago, where their star forward was caught offside multiple times, Real Madrid encountered another setback with a 3-1 loss to Milan in the Champions League on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. In both matches, their key striker struggled to make an impact.
Many now question the effectiveness of the team's current setup. The squad, which displayed great balance and unity during their trophy-winning campaign in 2023/2024, seems to have been disrupted by the high-profile arrival of Kylian Mbappe during the summer transfer window.
Carlo Ancelotti and Mbappe are under scrutiny following Madrid’s second consecutive home defeat. Ancelotti has faced public criticism, including pointed comments from Fede Valverde’s partner on social media and disapproval from two club legends.
Following the heavy 4-0 loss in El Clasico, where Mbappe struggled to find his footing, Madrid fell again to Milan. Despite his star status, Mbappe's performance in both matches raised concerns.
The team’s previous balance, which led to a successful treble-winning season, appears to have been disrupted since Mbappe's arrival. Ancelotti now faces the challenge of adapting an already successful system to accommodate the star forward.
Jude Bellingham, who has been playing in a deeper role, has seen his scoring contributions decline compared to last season when he was a top contender for the league's scoring title. Meanwhile, Rodrygo has often found himself on the bench, and the anticipated connection between Mbappe and Vinicius Jr. remains unfulfilled.
Mbappe prefers to play on the left wing, where Vinicius also thrives, leading to reports of his frustration with his current positioning. He is reportedly reluctant to take on the center forward role, leaving Ancelotti with limited options and the ongoing challenge of balancing the talents of both high-profile players on the field.
