Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe was substituted off in the 80th minute of their 1-1 draw with Real Betis on April 25, 2026, after requesting to leave the pitch. The match, played at the Santiago Bernabeu, saw Mbappe signal to the bench before being replaced by Brahim Diaz.
According to post-match comments from manager Carlo Ancelotti, Mbappe felt discomfort in his left thigh and asked to be taken off as a precaution. Ancelotti stated, 'He felt something in his thigh, so we decided not to take risks.' The club has not yet confirmed the severity of the injury.
Real Madrid took an early lead through a Vinicius Junior goal in the 12th minute, but Betis equalized in the 65th minute via a strike from Ayoze Perez. The draw leaves Real Madrid in second place in La Liga, three points behind leaders Barcelona with five matches remaining.
Mbappe, who joined Real Madrid in 2024, has scored 28 goals in all competitions this season. His early exit raised concerns ahead of the club's crucial Champions League semifinal first leg against Bayern Munich next week.
