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The French star has been heavily criticised despite already scoring 11 goals for Real Madrid
Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe is navigating a challenging chapter in his career, both on and off the pitch, following his high-profile move to join Los Blancos.
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Amid mounting criticism, Ivorian football icon Didier Drogba has come to the defence of the French superstar, urging patience and understanding.
Drogba condemns treatment of Mbappe in France
The former Chelsea and Marseille striker expressed disappointment at the wave of negativity surrounding Mbappe, particularly in France.
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Speaking to RFI, Drogba highlighted Mbappe’s contributions to the national team, including his pivotal role in France’s 2018 World Cup triumph.
“He is still someone who has done a lot for France,” Drogba stated, adding, “He contributed to the second star and almost gave them the third. Now he is being heckled. It is the law in our sport—it is an ungrateful sport and we all know it.”
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Mbappe’s recent struggles at the club and international levels have fuelled a lot of criticism. While he has netted 11 goals since joining Real Madrid, his performances have fallen short of the sky-high expectations, with missed penalties in key matches compounding the pressure.
Drogba compares Mbappe to Tiger Woods
In his interview, Drogba drew a parallel between Mbappe’s current challenges and Tiger Woods’ struggles during a slump in his career.
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“I see him a bit like Tiger Woods, who for a while struggled to re-discover his game, and once he re-discovered it, he became the Tiger that everyone loves, the Ivory Coast legend explained.
Drogba concluded, “Kylian is going through a period that isn’t simple […] I know him as a person, and yes, as a human being, he will have doubts. It is normal, but he is someone who has certainties too.”
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As scrutiny intensifies, Drogba’s support serves as a reminder of Mbappe’s remarkable achievements in recent years and will certainly fill the Real Madrid forward to find his best form yet again.
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