Unexpectedly, Kylian Mbappe’s first season in Spain with Real Madrid concluded in chaos, leaving him without any significant trophies – and the French forward’s response when questioned about his team’s ‘trophyless’ season was so remarkable that it has gone viral.
Many believed that Mbappe, who was born in Paris, would secure trophies following his transfer from Paris Saint-Germain to Real Madrid – yet the latter’s Champions League victory in the 2024/25 season raised questions about whether they are more successful without the French star.
Hansi Flick’s Barcelona clinched Spain’s premier league title, as well as the Copa del Rey, with Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, and Robert Lewandowski frequently dominating in their encounters with Los Blancos. Nevertheless, Mbappe continues to show his support for his team.
It is quite straightforward: Mbappe, who is widely acknowledged as one of the finest teenagers in the history of football, is on a path to secure silverware.
The pinnacle of his career to date was lifting the World Cup in 2018, yet it appears that more achievements lie ahead.
However, this season’s Nations League title will not be among them, as Spain, who also triumphed in Euro 2024, defeated France 5-4 in the semi-finals. Prior to France’s third-place match against Germany, Mbappe addressed the media regarding his overall season.
A reporter inquired, “You are coming off a season without trophies at Real Madrid.
PSG has just clinched the Champions League without your participation,” before questioning whether he could still impact his team’s overall performance rather than concentrating solely on his personal statistics.
“A season without trophies? Are you certain? What constitutes a trophyless season? Do you follow the matches?” Mbappe, who is merely seven goals away from becoming his country’s all-time leading scorer, responded, maintaining a slight smile.
He continued: In the 2024/25 season, Real Madrid, the reigning Champions League champions at that time, triumphed over Europa League victors Atalanta with a score of 2-0 in the UEFA Supercup, and they also overcame Mexican team Pachuca in the final of the 2024 FIFA Intercontinental Cup.
“Indeed, we certainly missed out on the significant titles, the major accolades. I believe this year has been very enriching, and as you mentioned, PSG winning the Champions League in my absence does not impact me, but I consider it a positive development as well,” the Frenchman concluded. “It is a good thing!”