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Real Madrid's Penalty Woes: Five Missed, Mbappé Considered

4/8/2025

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Real Madrid's struggles from the penalty spot have reached a new low this season, with five missed out of 17 attempts. Vinícius Junior's recent misses against Valencia and Atlético have sparked urgent conversations about the team's penalty strategy. Coach Carlo Ancelotti may turn to Kylian Mbappé as a new option, as confidence among current takers continues to falter.

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Real Madrid's struggles from the penalty spot have reached a new low this season, with five missed out of 17 attempts. Vinícius Junior's recent misses against Valencia and Atlético have sparked urgent conversations about the team's penalty strategy. Coach Carlo Ancelotti may turn to Kylian Mbappé as a new option, as confidence among current takers continues to falter.