Kylian Mbappé, after a poor start to the season with Real Madrid, leaving doubts about his performance, seems to have found his best form. The Frenchman has scored in five consecutive matches and has already tallied 22 goals this season. His name is at the center of all debates, especially after his hat-trick next weekend, being compared to other players.
Yesterday, during the famous Radio MARCA program "La Tribu," the panelists discussed the level the Real Madrid player is delivering. However, the discussion didn't stop there; they also entered into a comparison with Antoine Griezmann, star and reference of Atlético de Madrid. After the draw of the rojiblancos next weekend, Madrid is now four points ahead, generating a debate about each team.
"Griezmann is not a super class player"
During the program, Raúl Varela commented that Atlético de Madrid doesn't have that superstar capable of deciding matches on his own. This quickly led panelists like Antonio Sanz and Irene Junquera to bring up the name of Antoine Griezmann. "Isn't Griezmann a super class player? Currently, maybe Mbappé is a step above, but two months ago, I don't know who was above whom."
Varela continued with his point and brought up the numbers, as Mbappé has scored 22 goals, while Griezmann has scored 12. "Well, Mbappé is a center forward, while Griezmann is an attacking midfielder and covers much more ground, he's a versatile player," replied Antonio Sanz. The debate continued with this comparison and moved to the national teams, where both have represented France.
"It seems like only Mbappé has won with France"
Antonio Sanz continued defending the "Little Prince" and commented: "It seems like only Mbappé has won with France and not Griezmann. Mbappé hasn't won any European Cup and neither has Griezmann, maybe there's not that much difference between them." With these words, a debate ended that many took as a lack of respect for the Atlético de Madrid player.
Despite not being at the best moment of his career, at 33 years old, he remains crucial and essential for Simeone. He is on track to score more than 20 goals and provide more than 10 assists, spectacular numbers for an attacking midfielder.