Real Madrid Star Sidelined After Playing Through Pain – Misses Spanish Super Cup.

Mbappé knee injury 2025

Real Madrid have been dealt a major blow with confirmation that superstar Kylian Mbappé will be out for at least three weeks due to a knee ligament injury, as reported by L’Équipe and multiple sources on December 31, 2025.

The 27-year-old Frenchman had been playing through pain for weeks, forcing himself on despite reduced acceleration and discomfort. An MRI revealed an external ligament lesion (no ACL tear), prompting the decision to rest and treat.

Mbappé will miss:

  • La Liga return vs Real Betis (January 5)
  • The entire Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia (semi-final vs Atletico Madrid, potential final)
  • Possibly more depending on recovery

He equalled Cristiano Ronaldo’s calendar-year goal record (59 in 2025) in Madrid’s last game before the break. The injury adds to Real’s growing list amid a challenging season under Xabi Alonso.

Get well soon, Kylian – a huge absence for Los Blancos.