Real Madrid surprises by substituting Mbappé against Betis: Trailing against Real Betis (1-2) on Saturday in La Liga, Real Madrid made an unexpected decision by replacing the French forward (26 years old, 24 games, 17 goals in La Liga this season) with Endrick in the 75th minute.
Did Kylian Mbappé have a toothache? Just hours after undergoing surgery to remove a wisdom tooth, the player was not at his best physically.
His substitution was justified by his condition, as Carlo Ancelotti explained in a press conference.
“He had an issue this week (a wisdom tooth surgery) and didn’t train much, so he wasn’t at his best. To avoid any problems, I took him off and brought in Endrick, who was in good form,” said the Madrid coach.
The Merengue must quickly refocus as they prepare for a crucial Champions League Round of 16 first leg against Atletico Madrid on Tuesday.
