Real Madrid's medical team has been left red-faced after it emerged that they performed an MRI scan on Kylian Mbappe's wrong leg in December 2025. The French forward had suffered a partially torn posterior cruciate ligament in his left knee, but the scan was done on his uninjured right knee instead. This misdiagnosis meant that Mbappe continued to play in three matches, despite signs of swelling in his left knee.
The injury was only discovered after an X-ray was taken of his left leg, which revealed the extent of the damage. However, Real Madrid released a general medical report describing the injury as a mere "knee sprain" and recommended a cautious rehabilitation plan. Mbappe's first signs of injury appeared after a strong collision in the 0-2 home defeat to Celta Vigo on December 7th.
Despite being benched for the match against Man City on December 10th, Mbappe played the full 90 minutes in all three of the final matches of 2025 through the pain. He was eventually unable to fly to Saudi Arabia with the rest of the team to play the Spanish Super Cup semi-final against Atletico Madrid due to his injury. Mbappe's condition has not completely resolved, and he has missed the last five matches, including the match against Getafe on March 2nd.
💡 NaijaBuzz TakeMbappe's prolonged absence has raised concerns about Real Madrid's medical team and their ability to diagnose and treat injuries effectively. The French forward's impressive goal-scoring record in recent matches suggests that he was playing through significant pain, which is a testament to his determination and commitment to the team. As Mbappe undergoes further tests and treatment in Paris, Real Madrid fans will be eagerly waiting for his return to the pitch.
