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Real Madrid defeats Schalke with a standout performance from Mbappé
In their final preseason friendly, Real Madrid beat Schalke 04 with a goal from Kylian Mbappé, who is making an impression in his new chapter with the club.
Real Madrid faced Schalke 04 in their final preseason friendly, where Kylian Mbappé made his first start. This match took place as preparation ahead of the official season kick-off, scheduled for August 22 against Espanyol in Barcelona.
Mbappé delivered an impressive performance during his debut under José Mourinho, scoring a goal and creating two clear scoring opportunities. His display was celebrated by fans, who see him as a significant hope for the season.
The match was held in Gelsenkirchen, where Madrid triumphed over Schalke, who have just been promoted to the Bundesliga. The victory came at a crucial time, as the team looks to refine their roster and tactics ahead of the league's start.
In addition to Mbappé, other players like Ibrahima Konaté, Marc Cucurella, and Gassan Diomande also made their debuts in this match, adding experience to the Madrid squad in the final stages of the preseason.
Madrid's win was seen as a positive sign before the official competition begins. Kylian Mbappé, in his third year with the club, aims to meet expectations after returning from the World Cup, where he also made a strong impression.
With this result, Real Madrid concludes their friendly preparations on a high note, looking forward to their opening match against Espanyol in La Liga with optimism.