Real Madrid sidelines Kylian Mbappé amid injury concerns ahead of 2026 World Cup

Real Madrid Kylian Mbappé injury 2026 World Cup tactical adjustments

Kylian Mbappé, who joined Real Madrid from PSG in 2024, has missed a prolonged spell of matches due to a left‑knee sprain diagnosed in December 2025 and a hamstring injury sustained in April 2026. The injuries kept him out of key La Liga fixtures, the May El Clásico, and Champions League games. Coach Álvaro Arbeloa has repeatedly stressed that Mbappé will only return once fully fit, aligning his recovery with the goal of peak condition for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where he captains France.

Real Madrid’s squad has been forced to rotate other forwards such as Rodrygo, Ferland Mendy and Éder Militão, prompting tactical adjustments but no major overhaul of the team’s system. The club’s medical staff follows a conservative treatment plan, prioritising long‑term health over short‑term availability.

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