Mbappe Gives Cold Shoulder to Ronaldo Comparison After Scoring First La Liga Goals
Kylian Mbappe is finally off the mark in La Liga, and he’s not interested in being compared to his idol Cristiano Ronaldo just yet. The 25-year-old French forward scored his first league goals for Real Madrid in their 2-0 win over Real Betis, and his response to the inevitable Ronaldo comparisons was refreshingly honest.
A Goal and a Half
Mbappe’s brace, which included a penalty and a left-footed finish, brought an end to his three-game league drought. It’s been a slow start to life in Spain for the former Paris Saint-Germain star, but this performance will have done his confidence a world of good.
No Pressure, No Ronaldo
When asked about the pressure of following in Ronaldo’s footsteps, Mbappe was adamant that he’s not feeling any heat. "I don’t feel the pressure," he said. "I don’t think about Cristiano, with all due respect to him. Cristiano is my idol, yes. But no, I don’t want to follow anything. I don’t want that pressure. I want to be Kylian. I only have the pressure of having to adapt to the team."
The Real Deal
Mbappe’s words are music to the ears of Real Madrid fans, who have been waiting to see their new star player make an impact. And make no mistake, he’s already made a big impression. The 25-year-old has scored three goals in five matches across all competitions, including a goal in their Super Cup victory over Atalanta last month.
The Fans are Loving It
Mbappe’s goal celebrations are always a joy to behold, and his love for the club is clear for all to see. "It was a great moment," he said. "I had been hoping to score in this legendary stadium, which I consider the best in the world. I feel great here. I’ve said it since I arrived, I’m happy. The fans and everyone at the club have shown me a lot of affection, even when I wasn’t scoring."
The Road Ahead
Real Madrid fans will be hoping that this is just the start of something special from Mbappe. With a full pre-season under his belt and a newfound confidence, he’s ready to take the league by storm. We can’t wait to see what he’s got in store for us.
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