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Mbappe Shines With Four Goals as Xabi’s Team Claims Victory

Kylian Mbappe displayed an extraordinary performance in Athens, netting all four goals to relieve some of the pressure surrounding coach Xabi.

Xabi’s Post-Match Reflections

After the match, Xabi commented,

What matters most is securing the three points. We aimed for a win to enhance our standings. With 12 points now, we’ve broken our streak of three matches without a victory. We weren’t in a good place previously, and today featured various moments.

He continued,

We began strongly, but found ourselves trailing after just eight minutes. However, we showed composure, confidence, and maturity to overturn the situation. They pushed hard toward the end, so we needed to adapt and maintain possession longer. The game is done now, and I’m pleased with the outcome. Our focus now shifts to the League.

Areas for Improvement

We must enhance our performance in all aspects. It’s crucial to tighten up defensively when the opposition is pressing and to stick together. There were periods in the first half when we performed admirably, and we need to build on that. We will work on our defensive stability and blend it with the attacking prowess we exhibited. Winning today was essential, and we’ve changed our trajectory. We aim to replicate this success in the League.

Praise for Mbappe

Regarding Mbappe’s outstanding display, Xabi acknowledged,

He’s integral to our team. His goals are essential, but his personality, leadership, and influence on a daily basis are invaluable when it comes to fostering team connection and unity. Scoring is simply a reflection of his innate ability.

When asked whether the victory alleviated any pressure on him, Xabi replied,

Nothing has really changed for me. I approached this situation with calmness, perhaps more than one might expect. I’m not new to this, and I understand the long road ahead. There’s no need to panic. It’s important to hold high expectations for oneself while also recognizing that another match is always on the horizon.