Real Madrid's struggles deepened Wednesday as star forward Kylian Mbappé missed his second penalty in seven days during a gritty 2-1 La Liga loss to Athletic Bilbao. The Spanish champions, now with four losses in their last seven matches, looked out of rhythm and short on ideas at San Mamés Stadium.
⚡️ Key Moments: Bilbao dominated from kickoff, pressing high while Madrid failed to register a single shot on target before halftime. Alex Berenguer broke the deadlock in the 53rd minute with a clinical finish, sending home fans into a frenzy. Mbappé had a golden chance to equalize after Antonio Rüdiger earned a penalty, but his shot sailed wide – echoing his penalty miss days earlier in the Champions League.
🔍 Why It Matters: With Mbappé under scrutiny and manager Carlo Ancelotti facing tough questions, Madrid’s form slump raises concerns ahead of their upcoming El Clásico clash. Will this setback fuel a comeback story, or is a tactical shakeup needed? Fans are already buzzing online. 💬
