Mbappé : Le verdict médical est tombé, le Clasico et le Mondial en question ?
France's star striker, Kylian Mbappé, has suffered a muscle injury in his left thigh, Real Madrid announced on Monday. While his participation in the rest of the season with the Merengues is now uncertain, his condition is not considered a major concern with regard to the 2026 World Cup.
What is the diagnosis?
The French captain has suffered a semitendinosus muscle injury in his left leg, a component of the hamstring located along the thigh, according to the diagnosis revealed by Real Madrid's medical staff. While the injury is not considered serious, it appears to be more significant than the initial "muscle strain" mentioned by the club on Friday evening. As a reminder, the striker requested to be substituted in the 81st minute of the match against Real Betis (1-1) after abruptly stopping his run.
What impact will this have on Real Madrid?
According to the Spanish press, Mbappé will miss at least the home game against Espanyol Barcelona next Sunday. His participation in the **Clasico on May 10** against FC Barcelona remains highly uncertain. For Real Madrid, the collective stakes are practically nil: trailing Barça by eleven points in La Liga and eliminated from all other competitions, the club is heading for a trophyless season. The only remaining challenge for the Bondy native is the "Pichichi" trophy (top scorer), which he currently leads with 24 goals.
Will he be fit for the World Cup?
His presence at the French national team's training camp at the end of May is not in doubt. This physical setback, following a knee injury that has been lingering since December 2025, might even prompt him to be cautious. Mbappé could choose to rest in order to approach the tournament in the United States, Mexico, and Canada (June 11 - July 19) in peak condition. It remains to be seen whether this forced rest will reignite the controversy surrounding his prioritization of the national team over his club.
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