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·27 de enero de 2025
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·27 de enero de 2025
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Kylian Mbappé was awarded the ball after scoring a hat-trick for Real Madrid over the weekend. His teammates wrote warm messages on the ball, with Luka Modric calling him a "pressing monster". This is a new side of Mbappé, who has been criticized for his defensive efforts in the past.
Mbappé scored his 20th, 21st, and 22nd goals of the season for Real Madrid, with two clinical finishes and a penalty. His teammates were impressed not only with his goals but also with his defensive work rate.
Modric's message on the ball was a nod to Mbappé's improved defensive efforts. The Frenchman has been working on this aspect of his game, and it's paying off. He's not only a goal-scoring machine but also a player who is willing to put in the work to help his team defensively.
Mbappé's transformation is a warning to his competitors. He's a player who can score goals and help his team defensively. His words after the game, "I have to help the whole team," sound like a threat to his opponents.
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