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Mbappe's gesture sparks coach Xabi Alonso's Real Madrid exit rumors
14 Jan
Summary
- Mbappe played despite injury to support coach Xabi Alonso.
- Mbappe's controversial on-field actions were noted post-game.
- Netizens attribute Xabi Alonso's departure to Mbappe's behavior.
Kylian Mbappe made an effort to play in the Spanish Super Cup final against Barcelona, despite an ongoing knee injury, in a bid to support coach Xabi Alonso. The French star entered the match in the 76th minute, replacing Gonzalo Garcia, in an attempt to help Real Madrid secure an equalizer.
However, Mbappe's time on the field was marked by a tackle that resulted in Frenkie de Jong receiving a red card. Following the match, online discussions pointed to alleged rude gestures made by Mbappe towards Alonso during the awards ceremony, leading to speculation about discord between the player and coach.
Many internet users have speculated that Mbappe's conduct contributed to Xabi Alonso's departure from Real Madrid. While the exact reasons for Alonso's exit are not fully known, a significant portion of online commentary attributes the decision to the French striker's actions and attitude.
