Home Football GAME RECOGNISES GAME! Kylian Mbappé shares a SWEET MOMENT with tennis legend Rafael Nadal, who reveals his obsession with Real Madrid after Mbappé’s La Liga debut

GAME RECOGNISES GAME! Kylian Mbappé shares a SWEET MOMENT with tennis legend Rafael Nadal, who reveals his obsession with Real Madrid after Mbappé’s La Liga debut

Football — 08/20/2024

Following Real Madrid’s match against Mallorca, Kylian Mbappe gave tennis superstar Rafa Nadal his Los Blancos shirt, creating a charming moment between them.

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With 22 Grand Slam victories under his belt, the all-time great Rafael Nadal is retiring after attending the opening round of the 2024–25 La Liga season at Son Moix Stadium. Originally from Mallorca, he is an avid supporter of Real Madrid.

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Kylian Mbappe met Rafael Nadal after Mallorca vs Real Madrid clash.(X Images)

He saw the spoils shared as Mbappe made his La Liga debut for a star-studded Real side – with the France international becoming the latest ‘Galactico’ signing at Santiago Bernabeu. In a 1-1 draw, the World Cup winner drew a blank.

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There is clearly more to come from Mbappe, who has already helped Real to UEFA Super Cup glory, and Nadal will be cheering him on throughout. Now, the tennis sensation is the proud owner of a highly valued No. 9 jersey.