“He is not always at his best” – Carlo Ancelotti addresses Kylian Mbappe criticism

Real Madrid’s struggles in 2025 have seen them drop from first to third in La Liga, with just one win in their last five league games.

Their recent defeat to Real Betis left them three points behind leaders Barcelona, adding pressure on Carlo Ancelotti’s side.

Ancelotti admitted he was surprised by the slump but believes the team has recovered. “It was an isolated incident. The team is back on track,” he stated.

The Italian coach also defended Kylian Mbappe and Eduardo Camavinga amid recent criticism. He acknowledged Mbappe’s inconsistency but praised his overall impact, while attributing Camavinga’s struggles to injuries.

With La Liga and Champions League hopes still alive, Real Madrid will need a strong response to get their season back on course.