First competitive game, first competitive goal and first title – just a month after his introduction at Real, Mbappé is already in the thick of it. “You want a player like him in your team. That’s the definition of Real Madrid. He played outstandingly. The goal was good,” said Bellingham about his new colleague – and predicted a lot of stress for himself in the upcoming games. “It’s brilliant to play with him and Vini (Vinicius Jr.) – but you only have two seconds before they’re both waving their hands and wanting the ball.”
Mbappé wants to improve even further
After a cautious first half, Mbappé turned things up after the break and led the Champions League winners to their first title of the season against the Europa League winners from Italy. “It’s a great pleasure to score as a striker. I hope that I can continue to improve and help the team,” he said.
Before Mbappé’s goal, Fede Valverde scored to make it 1-0. The Uruguayan wore the number eight shirt, which had become vacant after Toni Kroos retired.
National player Antonio Rüdiger was also happy about the victory in Poland and celebrated Mbappé’s goal with numerous slaps on his body. In the 68th minute, Bellingham set up the Frenchman’s first goal with a wonderful pass on the left. From close range, he left Bergamo goalkeeper Juan Musso no chance. In the 83rd minute, the Real newcomer was substituted to great cheers from the fans.
