Mourinho Praises Mbappé Following Real Madrid Victory Over Real Sociedad

Real Madrid defeated Real Sociedad 4 to 1 at the Santiago Bernabéu stadium. Kylian Mbappé was the standout performer of the match, scoring a hat trick. Following the game, manager José Mourinho praised the French forward, describing his performance as crazy and incredible. Mourinho highlighted Mbappé's ability to create opportunities and connect with teammates Vinícius Júnior and Jude Bellingham when the team faces difficulties. He noted that Mbappé is not a typical striker who simply waits for the ball and stated that players of his caliber do not need to be taught. When asked to compare Mbappé to Cristiano Ronaldo, Mourinho stated that he does not like to compare players but reiterated that Mbappé is incredible. Mourinho also discussed his return to the Santiago Bernabéu after 13 years, noting that he felt calm despite the pre game adrenaline. He addressed the boos from the crowd during the first half, stating that such reactions are a result of the club's history and that a few boos can help a team grow. While he expressed satisfaction with the locker room environment, he emphasized that the focus should remain on the team rather than on him individually.