Overview
- Real Madrid confirmed the forward has a left-knee sprain and he will sit out Sunday's LaLiga match against Real Betis.
- Medical guidance reported an initial three-week absence, though Xabi Alonso said the club will evaluate day by day and only hopes to have him for the Super Cup.
- Center-back Dean Huijsen was ruled out of the Betis game with a muscle overload, leaving his participation in the Super Cup in doubt.
- With Endrick loaned to Lyon and Brahim Díaz at the Africa Cup of Nations, academy striker Gonzalo García is the leading option to cover up front.
- Mbappé has scored 29 goals in 24 games this season, and Madrid trail Barcelona by four points entering the weekend.