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Real Madrid announced Kylian Mbappe as their new number 10, succeeding Luka Modric.
Real Madrid Superstar Kylian Mbappe. (AP Photo)
Real Madrid has officially announced Kylian Mbappe as the club’s newest player to wear the number 10 shirt, joining a list of iconic names ahead of the new season.
On Tuesday, Real Madrid confirmed on X that Mbappe has succeeded club legend Luka Modric as Los Blancos’ latest number 10.
Who Wore The Number 10 Jersey At Real Madrid Before?
This special rank includes notable players like Mesut Ozil, Luis Figo, Clarence Seedorf, Ferenc Puskas, and others who have carried the weight and responsibility of this number. Modric had his final appearance for Los Blancos following the conclusion of the Club World Cup.
Mbappe, despite his impressive goal-scoring form, has faced criticism for his lack of success as the premier attacker. After his move from Paris to Madrid, PSG achieved their first UEFA Champions League title and reached the Club World Cup final despite Mbappe’s absence. Meanwhile, Mbappe scored 31 goals to become La Liga’s top scorer but was unable to prevent Madrid from having a trophyless season. Real Madrid’s 2024/25 campaign ended without any silverware after a 4-0 defeat against Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in the Club World Cup semi-finals.
Turning his focus to national duties, Mbappe scored his 50th goal for France during their 2-0 victory over Germany in Stuttgart. Germany had several opportunities to take the lead, with their best chance coming from highly-rated youngster Florian Wirtz, whose shot hit the post. However, it was France who broke the deadlock, with Mbappe scoring just before half-time to give his team the advantage.
This goal brings Mbappe within reach of Thierry Henry, with the Real Madrid star now just one goal behind the French legend in the country’s all-time scoring chart. In the closing stages of the match, Mbappe provided an assist to Michael Olise, who came off the bench to secure the win for France.
(With inputs from ANI)
Ritayan Basu, Senior Sub-Editor, Sports at News18.com. Has been covering domestic and and international football for nearly a decade. Has played and covered badminton. Ocassionally writes on cricket content, ha…Read More
Ritayan Basu, Senior Sub-Editor, Sports at News18.com. Has been covering domestic and and international football for nearly a decade. Has played and covered badminton. Ocassionally writes on cricket content, ha… Read More
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