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On the bench or on the field? Xabi Alondo in question for Mbappe
2026-01-11 12:03:12 / SPORT
Starting player? Substitute? Uncertainty continues to be present in the situation of Kylian Mbappé ahead of the Spanish Super Cup final between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid.
While the initial expectation was for him to start, L'Equipe now reports that the situation has changed and that it is more likely that the Bondy-born player will start on the bench.
However, the prevailing opinion is that he will be given a chance. According to the sports daily, it is the player himself who has the final say on whether or not he will be in the starting lineup. For the time being, he prefers not to take risks to avoid aggravating his injury. For her part, AS is much more enigmatic.
According to the Spanish publication, his quick arrival in Jeddah offers Xabi Alonso an important attacking option for the Spanish Super Cup final. The Frenchman, who has resumed training without incident, could be in the starting line-up for a return leg against Barca, following last year's final.
It must be said that Mbappé really wants to play against Barça, having scored twelve times in nine matches against the Blaugranes. Yesterday, in a press conference, Xabi Alonso left some doubts:
"He's much better. Initially, we thought he was fit enough to play against Atlético, so we decided not to rush his return. But if we reach the final, depending on how he feels, he will play."
He continued: "After today's (yesterday's) training session, we will have all the information we need to assess his condition and see if he is ready to start or if he needs to play a little less.
"We have to measure the risk, know the risks and take responsibility for our decisions. We are not suicide bombers when it comes to making decisions. It is a calculated risk."
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