Real star Mbappe could face Barcelona but Madrid not ‘kamikaze’ over health

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Real Madrid's star Kylian Mbappe has made a surprise return to training ahead of their Spanish Super Cup final against Barcelona, sparking debate over whether he can play despite still recovering from a knee sprain. The forward missed the semifinal victory over Atletico Madrid but flew out to Saudi Arabia on Friday to join the squad.

Coach Xabi Alonso revealed that Mbappe was feeling significantly better and may even start in the Super Cup final, citing a "controlled risk" rather than going all-out with his fitness. However, he emphasized that Madrid would not be taking a reckless approach by fielding an injured player.

The decision comes as Real Madrid look to ease pressure on Alonso, who has been under scrutiny after a poor run of form at the end of 2025. But their recent five-match winning streak suggests they are regaining momentum, and this could be a significant moment in Alonso's tenure.

Mbappe himself remains uncertain but appears on track to make an appearance against Barcelona, with his fitness taking precedence over potential painkilling injections. If he can overcome his injury, it would raise questions about his long-term health and whether Real Madrid are willing to prioritize his recovery over the demands of their busy schedule.
 
🤔 Draw a simple diagram of a football player (Mbappe) with an injury 🚑 and then draw another one without the injury 🏥.

So, Mbappe is back in training 💪, which is a good sign! 🌞 Coach Alonso is being careful though, like a parent checking on their kid 🤝. He doesn't want to rush him back into action, but at the same time wants to make sure they have a strong team for the Super Cup final ⚽️.

It's also interesting that Mbappe is focusing on his fitness rather than taking painkillers 💊. That shows he's determined to get back in shape 🏋️‍♂️.

But, I'm not sure about this 🤔... if Mbappe plays despite still recovering from the injury, will it put too much pressure on him? And what about his long-term health? Is Real Madrid prioritizing their star player's well-being or just trying to make a statement about their team's strength? 🤷‍♂️

Anyway, let's hope everything goes smoothly and Mbappe can make a successful return 💥!
 
[Image of a cartoon football player wearing a bandage on his knee with a thought bubble saying "I'm good, coach!"]

[Animated GIF of a footballer making a comeback, with each step getting more confident and determined]

[Meme of Cristiano Ronaldo with the caption "When you're still recovering but your team needs you"]

[Picture of a calendar with a red X marked through it, accompanied by a speech bubble saying "Injury is just a minor setback"]
 
🤔 I'm low-key hyped about Kylian Mbappe making a comeback! He's been out for a bit, but if he's feeling better already, that's a win in my books 💪. I mean, coaches like to play it safe, but this controlled risk thing? Sounds like Xabi Alonso is trying to get back on the right track after that tough patch 📉. Mbappe's health has been a major concern, but if he can get cleared to play, this could be huge for Real Madrid - their momentum could carry them all the way to the Super Cup! ⚽️ One thing I'm curious about is how they'll balance Mbappe's recovery with the rest of the squad. Can they pull off a win without him? 🤷‍♂️
 
I DONT KNOW HOW COACH ALONSO DOES IT!!! THE GUY'S BEEN UNDER SCRUTINY LIKE FOREVER AND NOW HE'S MAKING A BOLD MOVE BY PUTTING MBAPPE BACK IN ACTION!!! I MEAN, ITS CALLED RISK MANAGEMENT RIGHT???? REAL MADRID NEEDS TO WIN THIS SUPER CUP FINAL LIKE, U GUYS REALLY HAVE TO TAKE IT SERIOUSLY!!!

MBAPPE FANS ARE GOING CRAZY RIGHT NOW AND I GET IT, THE GUY'S A GENIUS ON THE PITCH!!! BUT AT THE SAME TIME, WE NEED TO BE REALISTIC HERE!!! INJURY CONCERNS ARE NO JOKE AND IF MBAPPE DOESN'T COME BACK RIGHT, HE MIGHT END UP WORSE OFF!!!

BUT SERIOUSLY, THIS COULD BE A GAME CHANGER FOR ALONSO AND REAL MADRID!!! IF THEY CAN WIN THE SUPER CUP FINAL WITH A INJURED PLAYER, IT'LL SHOW THE WORLD WHAT THEY'RE CAPABLE OF!!! SO LET'S KEEP OUR FINGERS CROSSED FOR MBAPPE AND SEE IF HE CAN PULL OFF THIS SURPRISE!!!
 
So Mbappe's back in training 🤩 but still got a knee sprain - gotta wonder if he's really fit enough to start in the Super Cup final ⚽️? Alonso's being cautious, which is good, don't wanna risk making things worse... but at the same time, this could be a big win for him, shows Real Madrid are turning it around 🔄. Mbappe's still unsure if he'll play, but if he does, it's gonna be interesting to see how his body holds up 👀. The real question is, what's next for him in the long term? Will Real Madrid prioritize his recovery or keep pushing him?
 
🤔 So I think it's pretty brave of Coach Alonso to consider bringing Mbappe back into the game despite still being hurt. You've got to feel for him, though - he's already missed one big match and flew out to Saudi Arabia to try and get fit again. It's a controlled risk, but at what cost if he doesn't make it through? 🤕 I'm not sure I'd want to be in his shoes right now... 💔
 
I think this is a huge win for Alonso's tenure 🏆! It shows he's not afraid to take calculated risks and trust his players to push through with their fitness, even if it means taking some heat from fans and pundits. Mbappe's return is a big deal, but I'm more excited about how Madrid's recent form has turned things around - it's all about momentum now! 💪 If they can keep this up, Alonso might just prove his doubters wrong. And who knows, maybe this is the push he needs to secure his place as one of the top coaches in La Liga? 🤔
 
🤔 I'm kinda surprised they're rushing him back out there, don't get me wrong, Mbappe's a superstar but you can't just game his knee into being fit for the big match 🤕. What if he pulls something else? They gotta be realistic about his recovery time, it's not like they're in a situation where they need to win at all costs 💸. Alonso's trying to prove a point here, that he's not afraid to take calculated risks but this might just come back to bite him 😬. Let's hope Mbappe can make it through the game without major issues 👍
 
I'm not sure what's more surprising, Kylian Mbappe showing up out of nowhere or that they're even considering playing him with a knee sprain 🤔. I mean, don't get me wrong, he's a superstar and all, but it's just not right to risk further injury for the sake of a game. And what's the point of having a coach like Xabi Alonso who's under so much pressure? He should be focusing on getting his team in top shape, not trying to prove a point with an injured player 🤷‍♂️. I'm all for giving guys a chance to come back from injuries, but this one feels like a bit of a stretch. Can we just focus on winning the Super Cup without putting Mbappe's health at risk?
 
I'm so glad Kylian is back training 🤞🏽! As a parent, I worry about these superstars getting hurt, like my kid when they fall off their bike 😳. The risk-reward thing with Mbappe's injury is really interesting - coach Alonso seems to be taking a balanced approach 👍. But honestly, as much as it'd be awesome to see Mbappe on the pitch, I think his health should come first 🤕. We all know how easily those knee sprains can turn into bigger problems if not addressed properly 💊. Real Madrid might win the Super Cup regardless of whether Mbappe plays or not, but I just hope he's fully recovered before they get back to their regular season ⏰.
 
🤔 so I think this is a big deal for Real Madrid, especially with Mbappe coming back from that knee sprain... he's been one of the most key players in their recent winning streak and now they're giving him a shot to play despite not being fully fit. It's like Alonso is saying, "Hey, we've got momentum going on and this could be the turning point for us." But at the same time, you can't help but wonder if they're putting too much pressure on Mbappe to perform... I mean, it's one thing to come back from an injury in a friendly match, but the Super Cup final is a whole different story. Will he be able to handle the physical demands of the game with that knee still bothering him? And what does this say about Real Madrid's priorities - are they more focused on winning now or ensuring their star players stay healthy in the long run? 🏆
 
omg u gotta love mbappe's determination 🤩! i mean, who else risks everything for a super cup title? coach alonso is being super smart with this approach tho, not gonna risk all on an injured player, that'd be crazy 💁‍♂️🚨. but seriously, if he can get back to his old self, real madrid's chances just got way more interesting 🔥! and idk about the pressure on alonso being eased but a 5-match win streak is def a sign of better times ahead 🙌! the only question left is: how long should mbappe keep playing with this knee? gotta feel for the guy, he's putting his health first 💕.
 
I think it's crazy that they're even considering putting Mbappe on the field with a knee sprain. I mean, I get that he's feeling better, but isn't that just asking for him to reinjure himself? 🤕

Coach Alonso is trying to spin this as "controlled risk", but to me, it sounds like they're just trying to avoid making any tough decisions and are hoping Mbappe will magically recover. 😒

Mbappe's mental health is something we should be thinking about here... if he can play despite the pain, does that mean he's willing to put his body through more damage? 🤔
 
omg 🤩 mbappe's comeback is like, super exciting! i mean, you never want anyone to get hurt, but if he's feeling better than not playing him would be a huge win for madrid 👏. it's good that coach alonso is being cautious tho, we don't wanna see him get messed up even more 🤕. this could be like, a turning point for madrid - they're getting back on track after a rough patch and this could give them the boost they need to keep winning 🔥. as for mbappe, he seems like he's doing everything right so fingers crossed he can make it through the super cup final without any major issues 🤞!
 
[Image of a person with a broken knee trying to walk with a big smile 😂]

[A GIF of Kylian Mbappe running with a football while having an ice pack on his knee 🏃‍♂️🥶]

[Meme of a doctor saying "I'm not a miracle worker, but I can give you painkillers!" 😂]

[Image of Xabi Alonso looking stressed and holding a football with a worried expression 😬]

[A GIF of Real Madrid players running on the field while having a "We got this!" speech 🏆]
 
idk about this... Mbappe's knee sprain is still pretty bad 🤕 and playing in a high-intensity game like the Super Cup final might not be the best idea. I mean, Alonso wants to control the risk but it's still a gamble 🤑. If he does play, it's gonna be interesting to see how his body holds up - will they prioritize his recovery or just push him through it? 🤔 the pressure on Alonso is real though, and if this goes wrong... not good for him 😬
 
Yooo, I'm watching this Kylian Mbappe situation go down... 👀 He's really pushing himself back onto the pitch after that knee sprain 🤕, which is kinda worrying, to be honest 💔. I get it, he's a superstar and Real Madrid wants him on the field ⚽️, but what if he's not fully fit yet? ⏰ Coach Alonso is trying to balance taking calculated risks with keeping an injured player safe, which is fair, I guess 😊.

But for me, if Mbappe's gonna play, he should at least get some painkilling injections or something 🤔. It's not like Real Madrid's gonna win the Super Cup without him... 💪 However, if they're really that concerned about his long-term health, maybe they should prioritize that over the short-term gain? 🤷‍♂️ Guess we'll just have to wait and see how it all plays out ⏳.
 
the thing is, if real madrid can make a smart risk move like this, it's a great reminder that sometimes you gotta trust the process 🤔. coaches like xabi alonso know that taking calculated risks can pay off big time, but they also have to balance that with player safety. kylian mbappe's situation is a tough one, but it shows us that even when we're not 100%, we can still make moves and try to win. the real question is, what are the long-term implications of playing through pain? do we prioritize our health or the pressure to perform? 🏆💪
 
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