Kylian Mbappé has been diagnosed with a left hamstring injury to his semitendinosus muscle, Real Madrid confirmed on Monday. The France forward is now a doubt for the crucial El Clásico clash against Barcelona on May 10, with sources indicating he could miss the remainder of the season.
Match Impact and Substitution
Mbappé felt discomfort during Real Madrid’s 1-1 draw at Real Betis on Friday, prompting his substitution. Coach Álvaro Arbeloa confirmed the incident, noting the player reported issues before being taken off. The injury comes at a difficult time for the club, which has won just one of its last six matches across all competitions.
Season Statistics and International Duty
Despite the setback, Mbappé has enjoyed a strong campaign, scoring 24 goals in 28 LaLiga appearances since joining Madrid. He remains a pivotal figure for France ahead of the upcoming World Cup, where the team will begin their campaign on June 16 against Senegal. Les Bleus are aiming for glory after finishing as finalists in the previous two tournaments.
Militão’s Surgery Confirmed
In further injury news, Éder Militão will undergo surgery this week in Finland after sustaining damage during Madrid’s 2-1 win over Alavés on Tuesday. The 28-year-old defender, who missed significant time due to cruciate ligament injuries in the 2023-24 and 2024-25 seasons, has made just 16 league appearances this term due to ongoing fitness issues.
What’s Next for Real Madrid
With both Mbappé and Militão sidelined, Real Madrid face a challenging end to the season. The club’s form has dipped at a critical stage, and the potential absence of their star forward for the remainder of the campaign could impact their title hopes and preparations for the summer’s international tournament.