Kylian Mbappé silenced his critics and those questioning his commitment to PSG with a stunning brace that propelled the French giants past Barcelona and into the Champions League semi-finals.
Despite facing boos and accusations of apathy due to his upcoming move to Real Madrid, Mbappé rose to the occasion, scoring the crucial goals that sent Barcelona crashing out of the competition.
The Camp Nou erupted in fury after the final whistle, with frustrated Barcelona fans throwing water bottles at the celebrating Mbappé. PSG manager Luis Enrique, who previously enjoyed treble-winning success with Barcelona, also faced jeers due to his history with Real Madrid. Despite claiming emotional difficulties facing his former club, Enrique’s tactics appeared effective.
With his future confirmed as a Real Madrid player after the Champions League campaign, Mbappé appears determined to end his PSG tenure on a high note. He’ll face familiar foes in the next round, as PSG takes on Borussia Dortmund, a team they previously encountered in the group stage.
Mbappé’s incredible record of 13 goals in 13 Champions League knockout games cements his status as a big-game player with an elite mentality. Manager Enrique even praised him as “a proper leader,” a surprising sentiment considering their past strained relationship.
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