Overview

• Carlo Ancelotti dismissed criticism of Kylian Mbappé, emphasizing that Real Madrid's struggles stem from a team-wide lack of consistency.
• Mbappé, who joined Madrid this summer, has scored just two goals in his last nine games, including a missed penalty in a Champions League loss to Liverpool.
• Ancelotti highlighted that Mbappé is still adapting to the team and has contributed with eight goals and several assists this season.
• Real Madrid's injury crisis, including key absences like Vinícius Júnior and Dani Carvajal, has compounded the team's difficulties in recent weeks.
• Despite their challenges, Madrid remains four points behind Barcelona in La Liga with a game in hand, and Ancelotti remains confident in the team's ability to recover.