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Real Madrid Coach Demands Mbappe Prove Commitment Ahead of Oviedo

5/13/2026

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Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa urged French striker Kylian Mbappe to demonstrate commitment in the final three matches.
Mbappe drew fan criticism for holidaying in Sardinia while recovering from a thigh injury.
He missed the Clasico loss that secured Barcelona’s second straight La Liga title, leaving Real Madrid trophy-less.
Arbeloa said if Mbappe trains and is fit he will receive minutes to prove his dedication before Thursday’s Oviedo match.

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Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa urged French striker Kylian Mbappe to demonstrate commitment in the final three matches.
Mbappe drew fan criticism for holidaying in Sardinia while recovering from a thigh injury.
He missed the Clasico loss that secured Barcelona’s second straight La Liga title, leaving Real Madrid trophy-less.
Arbeloa said if Mbappe trains and is fit he will receive minutes to prove his dedication before Thursday’s Oviedo match.