A few days before the restart, Real Madrid continues its summer preparation with several important decisions concerning the roles of certain players. That of the free-kick taker has been revealed.
Reigning Spanish champion, reigning European champion and with a status to assume, Real Madrid attacks this new 2024/25 season with ever more objectives. And, with the departure of Toni Kroos, many players are claiming to play set pieces.
According to information from Brandthe designated free-kick taker for the 2024/25 season is called Kylian Mbappé. The French striker, still on vacation after his Euro 2024 where he reached the semi-final stage with the French team, will inherit this heavy task.
News that seems somewhat surprising given his low conversion rate on free kicks, but which brings Mbappé a little closer to his idol, Cristiano Ronaldo.
Real Madrid already have an important first meeting next Wednesday, August 14, to face Atalanta Bergamo in the European Super Cup final.