August 14th 2024.
Kylian Mbappe recently made a highly anticipated move from PSG to Real Madrid on a free transfer over the summer. And his debut for the Spanish club couldn't have gone any better, as he scored a goal to help his team secure a 2-0 victory over Atalanta in the UEFA Super Cup.
The Super Cup marks the beginning of the European football season, where the winners of the Champions League and Europa League face off against each other. Real Madrid, who claimed their 15th Champions League title last season by defeating Borussia Dortmund, were up against Atalanta, who won their first ever European trophy by thrashing Bayer Leverkusen.
But what made this particular Super Cup more exciting than usual was the presence of Mbappe, who had been linked with a move to Real Madrid for years. After a bright start from Atalanta, it was Real who took control of the game, with Mbappe and Vinicius Junior causing trouble for the Italian side's defense.
However, it was Atalanta who had the best chance of the first half, with Rodrygo hitting the crossbar from close range. The second half started with Atalanta on the front foot once again, but Real's Thibaut Courtois made an outstanding save to deny Mario Pasalic's header.
But it was Real who eventually broke the deadlock, thanks to some impressive footwork from Vinicius that left the Atalanta defenders confused and allowed Federico Valverde to score an easy tap-in. And just a few minutes later, it was Mbappe's turn to shine as he fired a powerful shot into the top corner of the net, with Vinicius providing the assist.
Although Atalanta continued to fight until the end, they were unable to match the star power and clinical finishing of Real Madrid. And even when Vinicius thought he had scored in the dying minutes of the game, his shot was deflected and hit the post.
In the end, it was a comfortable win for Real Madrid, who sent a clear message to their European rivals that they are ready to defend their crown. And for Mbappe, it was a dream debut, showcasing his immense talent and giving a glimpse of what is to come in the future.
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