Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe Suffers Knee Sprain, To Be Out Of Action For…

Last Updated:December 31, 2025, 20:19 IST

Kylian Mbappe suffered a left knee sprain, sidelining him for at least three weeks, impacting Real Madrid’s key matches against Real Betis, Atletico Madrid, Levante and Monaco.

Real Madrid announced on Wednesday that Kylian Mbappe has sustained a knee sprain, posing a significant challenge to their efforts to catch up with La Liga leaders Barcelona.

“After the tests carried out today on our player Kylian Mbappe by Real Madrid’s medical services, he was diagnosed with a sprain in his left knee. Awaiting evolution,” the club said in a statement.

How Long Will Mbappe Be Out With Injury?

Real Madrid did not specify the duration of the 27-year-old striker’s absence, but a source close to the French superstar informed AFP that he would be out for at least three weeks.

Mbappe is thus highly doubtful for Sunday’s league match at home against Real Betis, which will be Los Merengues’ first game after the winter break as they trail Barcelona by four points.

He might also miss the Spanish Super Cup semi-final against rivals Atletico Madrid in Saudi Arabia on January 8, along with a league match against Levante and a Champions League encounter with his former club Monaco.

Mbappe has had an outstanding 2025, matching Cristiano Ronaldo’s club record of 59 goals in a calendar year, and has often been a key player for Real Madrid, alleviating some pressure on coach Xabi Alonso.

(With inputs from Agencies)

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