Mbappe Delivers Bold Three-Word Message Before Historic Club World Cup Bow
Following his recovery from illness, Kylian Mbappé has returned to training with Real Madrid as he prepares for his debut in the FIFA Club World Cup.
Real Madrid had to begin their FIFA Club World Cup journey under new manager Xabi Alonso without Mbappé's services. After the team's arrival in the United States, the French striker was admitted to hospital due to gastroenteritis and was absent for Los Blancos' first two fixtures in the expanded tournament format.
Mbappé has now been released from medical care and has rejoined Real Madrid in Miami. While the 26-year-old continues his path to complete recovery and match readiness, he provided an encouraging update through social media.
Mbappé shared an image of himself returning to training sessions with the message, "Back at it!"
This development represents excellent news for Real Madrid, with Mbappé rejoining team activities within a week of his hospitalization. For the club's future adversaries, this news serves more as a cautionary signal.
Despite a challenging beginning in the white jersey, Mbappé concluded his 2024–25 season with an impressive tally of 43 goals in all tournaments. The striker netted 31 times in La Liga specifically, making him the fourth player in Real Madrid's history to claim the Pichichi Trophy during his inaugural campaign. He also secured the European Golden Boot recognition for his outstanding performance.
Real Madrid currently lead Group H in the FIFA Club World Cup after securing a 1–1 tie with Al Hilal and claiming a 3–1 win over Pachuca. The Spanish powerhouse has shown solid form under Alonso's guidance, though they have operated without their primary goal threat in attack.
Whether Mbappé will participate in Los Blancos' concluding group match against RB Salzburg or delay his return until a possible knockout phase remains uncertain. Regardless of timing, Real Madrid will receive a significant enhancement once the French star finally makes his FIFA Club World Cup appearance.