Despite discomfort, Mbappe will start today
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Kenley Ward
Dailysports's expert
One of the most talked-about topics ahead of the Madrid derby in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 was the health of Real star Kylian Mbappe. And there are already new details emerging.
Details: According to Cadena COPE, despite the discomfort in his ankle that Mbappe is still feeling, he will take the field in the starting lineup.
Mbappe's issues are caused by muscle strain, and at the moment, his health is not in any danger.
Real's coaching staff decided that the match against Atletico is too important to go without their top scorer.
The first leg at Santiago Bernabeu ended with a 2-1 victory for Carlo Ancelotti's team.
Reminder: Due to discomfort, Mbappe missed Real's last training session.