King's Cup: Kylian Mbappé finally absent after his wisdom tooth operation

Contrary to what Carlo Ancelotti announced at a press conference on Tuesday, Kylian Mbappé will ultimately not be playing in the Copa del Rey semi-final first leg against Real Sociedad on Wednesday 26 February.

By Le Parisien

Kylian Mbappe is not part of the group to face Real Sociedad this Wednesday, February 26. Cesar Cebolla/Pressinphoto/Icon Sport

Madrid will have to do without Kylian Mbappé in the Copa del Rey. Contrary to what Carlo Ancelotti, Real Madrid coach, announced in a press conference on Tuesday, the French striker is indeed absent from the squad that will face Real Sociedad on Wednesday, February 26, in the semi-final first leg of the competition.

Kylian Mbappé had missed training on Tuesday morning due to wisdom tooth surgery the day before. But the Italian coach was reassuring about him in a press conference. "Mbappé was unable to train due to a tooth problem but he will travel with us," Ancelotti assured. And like all the players who are called up, he will be able to play tomorrow. As will Endrick. "

Initially, his presence at least on the bench seemed assured. But Kylian Mbappé is finally left to rest : he is not part of the group of 21 players called up for the match and communicated this Wednesday morning by the club. Three other French players are present: Ferland Mendy, Aurélien Tchouaméni and Eduardo Camavinga. The match will kick off at 9:30 p.m. this Wednesday evening.