Mbappé Named Real Madrid’s Penalty Taker Ahead of New Season
Kylian Mbappé will officially take over penalty duties for Real Madrid as the club heads into the 2025/26 La Liga season, according to reports from Marca.
The decision reflects Mbappé’s elevated status under new manager Xabi Alonso, who now considers the French superstar a cornerstone of the Madrid attack.
Wearing the iconic No. 10 jersey, Mbappé has now been positioned as the main attacking leader, even ahead of Vinícius Júnior. His history of clinical finishing from the spot — both at Monaco, PSG, and for the French national team — reinforces the club’s confidence in him.
📊 Mbappé’s Form Speaks Volumes
⚽ 44 goals last season
🏆 Winner of both the Pichichi and Golden Boot awards
🎯 Proven penalty record across club and country
👔 Xabi Alonso’s First Big Call
This marks one of Xabi Alonso’s first significant tactical decisions since replacing Carlo Ancelotti, who departed to coach the Brazilian national team. Alonso had earlier indicated he would review and assign penalty duties — and now the verdict is clear.
🗓️ Countdown to Kick-Off
🏟️ La Liga 2025/26 begins Friday, August 15
⚔️ Real Madrid’s first game: August 19 vs Osasuna
💬 Opinion – No Surprises, Just Big Expectations
Mbappé stepping into the penalty role isn’t a shock — it’s a natural progression for a player expected to be the face of the club. But with that responsibility comes even more pressure. As he starts his first full La Liga season with Los Blancos, all eyes will be on whether the Frenchman can convert chances and deliver trophies.
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