Kylian Mbappé Confirmed as Starter for Real Madrid in Champions League Derby Against Atlético

After injury concerns, Mbappé passed fitness tests to lead Real Madrid in the decisive second leg of the Champions League Round of 16.

Kylian Mbappé overcame a recent ankle injury sustained in a La Liga match to start for Real Madrid against Atlético Madrid in the Champions League Round of 16 second leg.
The French forward missed part of Tuesday's training session but completed successful fitness tests on Wednesday to secure his place in the starting lineup.
Real Madrid holds a narrow 2-1 aggregate lead from the first leg, with goals from Rodrygo and Brahim Diaz giving them the advantage heading into this decisive match.
Atlético Madrid, unbeaten at home in Champions League knockout matches under coach Diego Simeone, aims to overturn the deficit with support from a passionate crowd at the Metropolitano Stadium.
The match carries significant stakes, including Madrid's city rivalry and a spot in the Champions League quarter-finals, with both teams fielding key players like Antoine Griezmann and Julian Alvarez for Atlético.