Kylian Mbappé scored a hat-trick for Real Madrid in a 4-1 victory over Real Sociedad at the Santiago Bernabéu, prompting rare praise from opposing manager José Mourinho. According to post-match press conference remarks reported by sports outlets, Mourinho praised the French forward’s incredible quality and impact on the pitch. The win lifted Real Madrid to the top of the La Liga table provisionally.
José Mourinho Praises Mbappé After Bernabéu Return
The fixture marked José Mourinho’s return to the Santiago Bernabéu after a 13-year absence, this time managing Real Sociedad from the visiting dugout. Watching Mbappé dismantle his defensive setup from the opposing side led the Portuguese coach to offer public acclaim to the forward. According to match reports, Mourinho stated that while he generally dislikes making comparisons, the young Frenchman is simply unbelievable and is currently driving Real Madrid with a distinct hunger for history.
Mourinho’s remarks stand out given his historical reputation for demanding standards and reluctance to offer unsolicited praise to players outside his own squads. Witnessing Mbappé’s attacking movement firsthand at the Bernabéu elicited the endorsement from one of football’s most demanding tacticians.
La Liga Standings Impact
Real Sociedad struggled to contain the pace and directness of the Madrid attack, particularly as Mbappé exploited open spaces in transition.
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