A man in a black t-jersey walks down a hallway while a player in a gray uniform is shown on the field in a box. — Mbappé at the Stadium Exit and in a Circle with a Concerned Look | Real Madrid Confidencial

Camara — Mbappé at the Stadium Exit and in a Circle with a Concerned Look | Real Madrid Confidencial

Mbappé's First Words After the 3-0 Against Arsenal, Caught by El Chiringuito

Mbappé Speaks Out After Falling at Emirates and Sends a Message to Madridists

09/04/2025 10:15:00h

Borja Díaz

Real Madrid suffered a harsh setback in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-finals. Two stunning free-kick goals by Rice made things very difficult for Ancelotti's team. Mikel Merino set the final 3-0 on the scoreboard for Arsenal, giving them a great advantage.

However, within Madridism, the spirit of comebacks has been reactivated with Bernabéu as the stage. Something that a newcomer like Mbappé seems to have learned. He was caught by El Chiringuito after the match against Arsenal, and his words made it clear.

Soccer players on the field with a large Arsenal flag in the background.

Mbappé and Rodrygo see a large Arsenal flag behind | Real Madrid Confidencial

Outside the stadium, Mbappé was asked if this would be turned around in the return leg at Bernabéu. Kylian left no room for doubt with his message: "Of course we can," said the Frenchman. He is the first to already believe in turning around the score achieved in London this Saturday.

Without a doubt, the 3-0 in the first leg was a big blow, not only because of the result, which requires a great effort. But also because the sensations of the Whites were not good, with Arsenal controlling the match. Even so, Ancelotti's team had their opportunities but did not know how to take advantage of them.

Real Madrid Has to Improve If They Want to Be in the Semi-Finals

A very complicated schedule awaits Real Madrid that could define the season. Next Wednesday, April 16, the return leg of the Champions League quarter-finals will be played at Bernabéu. On the 26th of this same month is the Copa del Rey final against Barça.

Soccer players watch a shot on goal as the goalkeeper dives to try to stop the ball during a match.

Courtois Trying to Stop Rice's Free Kick | @arsenal

Two essential events they have to get through if they don't want the season to be already marked. But in between, they have league matches against Alavés, Athletic, and Getafe that they also have to solve. If they don't achieve a full victory, they could say goodbye to the titles.

The situation is complicated, but this team has done it before with Bernabéu as the stage. However, they must improve many aspects to present a more competitive image. Otherwise, the comeback Mbappé talks about will be very difficult.

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