Ramos Vows to Inspire Mbappe Ahead of El Clasico Showdown
Former Real Madrid star Sergio Ramos has announced his intention to encourage Kylian Mbappe as the two teams gear up for the anticipated El Clasico this Sunday.
Key Matchup
Both Real Madrid and Barcelona aim to assert their dominance at the Bernabeu, with only a two-point gap separating them in the La Liga standings. Their upcoming encounter marks the 262nd clash between the two sides, promising to be yet another exhilarating matchup.
Ramos Discusses His Role
Having participated in this iconic fixture 43 times during his illustrious tenure with Madrid, Ramos shared his thoughts leading into the game. He emphasized his commitment to motivating La Liga’s leading scorer, Mbappe, as they prepare for the big match.
“You know my loyalty lies with Real Madrid, and I’m hoping for a victory. I want my brother ‘Kyky’ to shine,” Ramos stated.
“I will be motivating him. We keep in touch regularly; he’s performing at a peak level, and I’m confident he’ll have an outstanding match, ensuring the three points remain with Madrid.”
Current Form of Los Blancos
Real Madrid has not triumphed over Barcelona since their narrow 3-2 win a year and a half ago. However, with Mbappe in exceptional form, currently on an eight-match scoring streak under manager Xabi Alonso, he could prove decisive this weekend.
Praise for Mbappe
Alonso expressed high regard for Mbappe ahead of their upcoming Champions League fixture against Juventus, recognizing his pivotal role in the team’s successes, especially with his record-breaking start to the season.
“His contributions extend beyond just scoring. The positive impact he has on the team is nearly as significant as the influence his teammates have, both when he has and doesn’t have the ball. He aids us in maintaining control of the game,” Alonso remarked.
“He’s consistently a goal scorer, and his current form is exceptional. His analytical mind and understanding of the game have all come together, resulting in this impressive performance.”