Mbappé Out of the Hospital, But Not Out of the Woods Yet
It’s never a good sign when Kylian Mbappé is missing from a Real Madrid lineup—especially not in a Club World Cup match. And yet, that’s exactly what happened yesterday, when fans were left puzzled and worried after the French star was marked absent for Los Blancos' 1-1 draw against Al-Ahli.
The reason? A sudden and severe bout of gastroenteritis that landed the striker in a Madrid hospital late Wednesday night.
Real Madrid supporters braced for the worst. “You hear 'hospital' and 'Mbappé' in the same sentence, and your heart drops,” said a club insider who preferred to remain anonymous. "We knew he had a fever, but it escalated way too quickly."
Now, the good news: Mbappé has officially been discharged, according to sources close to the team. He's resting, reportedly in stable condition, and under round-the-clock observation by Real Madrid’s medical team.
But let’s not throw confetti just yet.
What’s more troubling is how out of the blue the whole thing felt. Mbappé had trained the day before, looking sharp and full of his usual fire. And then—boom—he’s out with a high fever and stomach issues that put him in a hospital bed overnight.
The club hasn’t confirmed when he’ll return to play, only offering a brief statement thanking fans for their support and emphasizing that his recovery “will not be rushed.”
That said, whispers around Valdebebas suggest that Mbappé’s absence might extend beyond this week. Whether it’s precaution or genuine concern remains unclear, but fans are already speculating on social media.
Social Reactions:
“I swear, if Mbappé isn’t back by the semi-final, I’m crying in HD.” – @MadridHeart77
“Real talk—this team without Mbappé just feels like a Ferrari without fuel.” – @FootyFixer
Of course, no one at Real Madrid will admit to panic. Not publicly, at least. But behind the scenes? Let’s just say, the coffee machines in the training center probably aren’t getting much rest either.
It’s also not lost on fans that this situation comes just as Real Madrid is trying to establish dominance on a global stage. The Club World Cup is no joke for a team with sky-high expectations and a locker room full of egos to manage.
Mbappé, as always, remains quiet. No Instagram story, no tweets. Just radio silence, which—frankly—only adds to the mystery.
But maybe that’s okay. Maybe right now, silence is exactly what he needs to heal, recharge, and return doing what he does best—breaking ankles and records.
FAQs:
Q: Will Kylian Mbappé be available for the next Club World Cup match?
A: As of now, there’s no official return date. Real Madrid has stated his recovery will be monitored daily, and no risks will be taken.
Q: What illness caused Mbappé to be hospitalized?
A: Mbappé was diagnosed with a sudden case of gastroenteritis, accompanied by a high fever. He has since been discharged and is recovering under medical supervision.