Mbappe Stars in Victory at San Mames

Kylian Mbappe netted two goals and assisted Eduardo Camavinga’s strike, leading his team to a hard-fought win at San Mames.

Valverde Reflects on the Match

After the game, Valverde commented, “What stood out the most was the collective effort we put in throughout the entire match. In recent outings, we’ve had trouble maintaining our focus and often found ourselves conceding early. Today, we made a clear decision in the locker room to alter that approach by pressing hard and aiming to score first to create some distance for ourselves.”

He added, “Our performance today was exceptional. The entire squad was strong defensively and equally effective in attack. We possess key players who can turn nearly every chance into a goal. We are thrilled with the win, and I’m proud to be part of this team.”

On Mbappe’s display, Valverde stated, “Having a player of his quality is vital; he often completes moves with goals whenever he gets the ball.”

“It’s motivating for us, knowing he is upfront, collaborating and contributing to the team’s dynamics. We are aware of his attacking prowess and the goals he can deliver, but it’s also encouraging to see how well he and Vini Jr. defend.”