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Kylian Mbappé has reached 100 Champions League goal contributions, with 74 goals and 26 assists in just 102 appearances. That's an extraordinary achievement, but I find the assist numbers particularly interesting.
Opponents know what happens when Mbappé gets space to attack. His pace and finishing ability can turn an ordinary defensive mistake into a goal before anyone has time to react. But there's another problem. He can hurt teams by creating chances for teammates, too.
If I were preparing to face Real Madrid, I'd be careful about sending two defenders after him every time he receives the ball. That could leave dangerous spaces elsewhere. I'd rather make sure his passing options are covered and force him to make decisions under pressure.
Would you double-team Mbappé, or concentrate on cutting off the players he wants to find with his passes?
Opponents know what happens when Mbappé gets space to attack. His pace and finishing ability can turn an ordinary defensive mistake into a goal before anyone has time to react. But there's another problem. He can hurt teams by creating chances for teammates, too.
If I were preparing to face Real Madrid, I'd be careful about sending two defenders after him every time he receives the ball. That could leave dangerous spaces elsewhere. I'd rather make sure his passing options are covered and force him to make decisions under pressure.
Would you double-team Mbappé, or concentrate on cutting off the players he wants to find with his passes?
