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Kylian Mbappe’s intimate relationship with speed – and why he was told to slow down

The most startling thing about the prolonged dip in form that Kylian Mbappe endured in the second half of last year was the unnerving suspicion, watching him play, that his legendary powers of ...
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Mbappe injury puts Real Madrid on the clock ahead of Super Cup as coach Alonso admits: 'We'll push the timelines'

Xabi Alonso made a candid admission about Kylian Mbappe just days before Real Madrid prepare to compete in the Spanish Super ...

Another big problem for Xabi Alonso: how to replace Mbappe's 29 goals

Kylian Mbappe's injury forces Xabi Alonso to rethink his attack for Sunday's game against Betis and, in all likelihood, for ...
The New York Times

TAFC: The speed evolution of Kylian Mbappe; Plus: The story behind ‘respecting the badge’

Hello. Today we’re bringing you the story of a very fast footballer being told to slow down. On the way: 🏃 Mbappe’s sprinting journey 🔰 Why so much respect for badges? 🥶 Messi’s cold night in ...
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Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, or Lamine Yamal? UEFA Champions League winner Marco van Basten drops shock verdict on world’s best player

The debate over who sits at the very top of world soccer has defined an entire generation. Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, ...