"People need to understand": Kylian Mbappé addresses critics for the first time

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé has broken his silence in an exclusive interview where he directly addresses his critics. The full interview is set to air on Sunday, but a teaser has already been released.

Details. Canal+ shared a preview of the interview, where Mbappé expressed frustration over the constant media speculation surrounding him. He highlighted how others often speak on his behalf without considering his perspective.

"The problem with being a star is that people speak for you," Mbappé stated. He emphasized that this interview is his attempt to clarify matters and allow people to understand his position.

"Every day, there’s news, even though I haven’t spoken to anyone. That’s why I’m speaking to you today. At some point, you need to speak up. People need to understand you," Mbappé added.

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Context. Kylian Mbappé joined Real Madrid as a free agent in the summer of 2024. Since his move, the French forward has struggled to find consistency, scoring just 10 goals in 20 appearances.