Real Madrid has just set the date for the debut of rookie Kylian Mbappe as well as the shirt number the French striker will wear at the club.
The Real Madrid homepage officially announced that Mbappe’s debut ceremony will take place at Santiago Bernabeu’s home field at noon on July 16 local time, or about 5:00 p.m. (Vietnam time).
The Spanish Royal Team also said that the French striker will take over the number 9 shirt left by compatriot Karim Benzema. Mbappe has been aiming for the number 10 shirt but with Luka Modric continuing to stay at Real Madrid, the 25-year-old cannot wear it yet.
Mbappe will wear shirt number 9 at Real Madrid
Real Madrid fans are expected to fill the 81,000-seat Santiago Bernabeu Stadium to welcome Mbappe. This will be the largest rookie debut of the “White Vulture” since Cristiano Ronaldo appeared in 2009.
Real Madrid has made detailed plans to welcome Mbappe. A walkway will be installed from the dressing room exit to the stage set up at the north end of the Santiago Bernabeu. Mbappe’s stride down the catwalk will be supported by fire-breathing effects on either side, while speakers and sound systems will provide the soundtrack to his debut.
The large screen on the field will show images of Mbappe’s career, especially the 2018 World Cup championship in Russia 6 years ago.
Real Madrid has not yet confirmed whether Mbappe will participate in the summer tour in the US, starting with the match against AC Milan on August 1, before facing Barcelona on August 4 and Chelsea on August 7. 8.
After that, the defending Champions League champion will face Atalanta in the European Super Cup match on August 15, before starting the journey to defend the La Liga title with a trip to Mallorca on August 19. /8.
Real Madrid confirmed the successful recruitment of Mbappe on a free basis on June 3, ending one of the longest transfer deals in football history. The French striker will play for the “White Vultures” under a 5-year contract.
Mbappe’s French team was just eliminated by Spain in the semi-finals of EURO 2024. At the tournament in Germany, the 25-year-old player broke his nose in the first match of the French team and only scored 1 goal in 5 appearances. yard.
