Published 14:17 IST, September 18th 2024
Rodrygo Denies Neymar's Alleged WARNING About Mbappe, Emphasizes Dressing Room Scene in Real Madrid
Rodrygo refutes Neymar's warning about Mbappe, focuses on the positive dressing room atmosphere at Real Madrid amidst reported tensions.
In their UEFA Champions League game, Real Madrid defeated VfB Stuttgart handily 3-1. In the 46th minute Kylian Mbappé started the score; Antonio Rüdiger scored in the 83rd minute; Endrick scored in the 90+5th minute. In the 68th minute Deniz Undav drew one back for Stuttgart. Real Madrid's dominance in possession—45% compared to Stuttgart's 55%—showcased their ability with 20 shots and 8 on target. Madrid's strong performance brought them a well earned three points.
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Rodrygo dismisses all the reported dressing room feud and claims to share a good bond with Kylian Mbappe , Jude Bellingham, and Vinicius Jr
Rodrygo has explained that he maintains a good connection with Kylian Mbappe , Jude Bellingham, and Vinicius Jr. Despite reported conflicts in the locker room. Emphasising a close link and developing friendship with his coworkers, he said everyday togetherness is becoming better. The comment of the Brazilian forward was reported by Fabrizio Romano. Rodrygo said:
“My relationship with Mbappé, Bellingham and Vinícius is very good”.
“Every day we are better and we are more friends”.
It was reported that Neymar warned his Brazillian teammates to be aware of Kylian Mbappe ’s antics at Real Madrid
Neymar Jr. and Kylian Mbappe were members of Paris Saint-Germain for 136 games between 2017 and 2023, effectively providing 54 goals as tandem. Their team displayed deadly attacking ability. Lionel Messi added to PSG created an unmatched lineup for the team. Rumours at first suggested conflict between Neymar and Mbappe, which Neymar later verified. Surprisingly, both players have subsequently split ways; Neymar joined Saudi team Al-Hilal while Mbappe moved to Real Madrid. Reports point to Neymar's cautions to fellow Brazilians Vinicius Junior, Rodrygo, and Eder Militao about his experience playing with Mbappe. The report from Europe 1 read:
'The Brazilians [at Real Madrid] are friends with Neymar. It has always been a war between Neymar and Mbappe. Neymar has sent a paper about Mbappe to the Brazilians, telling them that it was catastrophic, that it was hell.'
Rodrygo recently provided an assist to Kylian Mbappe in his first UCL game with Real Madrid. As of now it seems to be all cheers at the Spanish club.
Updated 14:17 IST, September 18th 2024