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With Kylian Mbappé now officially a Real Madrid player, attention turns to how he will fit into Carlo Ancelotti’s tactical setup. The Italian manager is known for adapting his formation based on the strengths of his players, and Mbappé provides him with a world-class tool capable of playing multiple roles.
Although Mbappé is naturally a left winger, where he flourished at PSG cutting in on his right foot, Madrid already has a dominant force on that flank — Vinícius Jr. This poses a tactical question: will Ancelotti shift formations to accommodate both stars?
There are several possible scenarios:
4-3-3 Formation
Mbappé could operate as the central striker, flanked by Vinícius and Rodrygo, with Bellingham behind them in a free role.
4-2-3-1 Formation
Ancelotti may play Mbappé as a left forward or secondary striker, giving him more freedom to roam behind a lone striker like Joselu (or another upcoming signing).
False 9 Role
Mbappé’s pace and decision-making also allow him to play as a false 9, drifting between the lines and dragging defenders out of position.
Real Madrid fans are especially excited about the prospect of Mbappé, Vinícius, and Bellingham forming the new golden trio. Vinícius’ explosive speed on the left, Bellingham’s creativity and box-to-box runs, and Mbappé’s killer instinct in front of goal could make this attack one of the most feared in Europe.
Mbappé has also matured in his link-up play, something he demonstrated frequently with Messi and Neymar at PSG. That quality will be vital in Madrid, where buildup play through the middle is key.
From a football betting and prediction perspective, matches involving Real Madrid in the 2025 season may see increased odds on Both Teams To Score (BTTS) and Double Chance outcomes. With such a powerful offense, Madrid could dominate weaker teams, while their attacking mindset might leave space at the back — ideal for predicting BTTS: Yes in tougher La Liga and Champions League fixtures.
Fans and punters are already discussing over/under markets and football prediction models factoring in Mbappé’s arrival.
In a recent press conference, Ancelotti stated:
“A player like Mbappé changes the game plan. He’s not just a goalscorer, he’s a complete forward who helps others shine.”
His words suggest that Real Madrid’s strategy will evolve—not just to include Mbappé, but to revolve around him
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