Real Madrid: injured, Mbappé receives initial medical feedback

Real Madrid: first assessment comes in for Mbappé

Europe 25 April 2026 at 09:11

Kylian Mbappé is causing concern for both Real Madrid and the French national team, even though initial tests have provided reassuring news after he was forced off with an injury against Betis.

The concern surrounding Kylian Mbappé remains measured following his early exit against Real Betis. Suffering a hamstring issue late in the match, the Real Madrid forward quickly headed to the dressing room, raising questions about his condition.

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However, the first tests have been reassuring, indicating nothing more than muscular overload. An ultrasound performed shortly after did not reveal any alarming lesions, suggesting that his time on the sidelines could be brief.

Despite this, caution prevails. An MRI scan is scheduled to confirm the diagnosis and rule out the risk of a more serious injury. The Madrid staff is closely monitoring how the situation develops.

🚨 𝗡𝗘𝗪: Kylian Mbappé underwent ultrasound tests today to see the severity of his hamstring discomfort for last night.

The results were good, but he will still undergo another MRI checks on Monday.

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