Kylian Mbappe ‘Scapegoated For Real Madrid Failings’

BusinessSportsMoneyKylian Mbappe ‘Scapegoated For Real Madrid Failings’ByTom Sanderson,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tom Sanderson has been primarily based in Barcelona since 2019.Follow AuthorJun 17, 2026, 06:45am EDTJun 17, 2026, 06:47am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.SummaryKylian Mbappe is being unfairly blamed for Real Madrid's recent struggles, according to football legend Tomas Brolin. Despite scoring an impressive 86 goals in 103 appearances since joining Madrid in 2026, Mbappe has faced widespread criticism due to the club's lack of major silverware over the past two seasons. Brolin argues that Mbappe is being made a scapegoat for broader dysfunction at the Bernabeu, which President Florentino Perez is now trying to rectify amidst FC Barcelona's domestic dominance. While Mbappe himself acknowledged he could contribute more defensively, Brolin emphasized his immense attacking output, stating it's harsh to demonize him for not being a defender when he delivers so much offensively. Mbappe recently showcased his quality with a double for France against Senegal.Show More Kyllian Mbappe is being scapegoated for Real Madrid's failings according to Sweden and Parma legend Tomas Brolin, who stated this to Hajper.Getty ImagesKylian Mbappe is being scapegoated for Real Madrid's failings according to Sweden and Parma legend Tomas Brolin, who stated this to Hajper.Mbappe once again reminded us of his quality on Tuesday. During France’s Group I World Cup 2026 debut, he fired a double past Senegal to secure a 3-1 win at the MetLife stadium.The impressive brace came at a difficult time for Mbappe, who has faced widespread criticism for his club form.That comes despite 86 goals in 103 appearances since joining Real Madrid on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain in the summer of 2024.Yet Madrid...