Real Madrid: bad news confirmed for Kylian Mbappé ahead of Man City

Kylian Mbappé officially ruled out for Manchester City clash

Europe 09 March 2026 at 12:52

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Real Madrid: bad news confirmed for Kylian Mbappé ahead of Man City

Kylian Mbappé will not be present next Wednesday for the blockbuster Real Madrid vs Manchester City clash in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16.

It's now official! Kylian Mbappé will not be taking part against Manchester City on Wednesday night at the Santiago Bernabéu for the first leg of the Champions League round of 16. Marca confirmed the Frenchman's absence this Monday.

The outlet reports that Kylian Mbappé did some light physical exercises at the training center on Monday, but he is not fit enough to feature in the match.

🚨 Kylian Mbappé, back in training with Real Madrid squad today after knee tests in Paris last week. pic.twitter.com/KmdW30mV1z
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 9, 2026

If his recovery goes well and the conservative treatment works, he could get a few minutes against Elche this weekend.

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