- Mbappé has faced criticism in recent weeks over what some supporters perceive as a lack of commitment
- Madrid secured a comfortable win thanks to goals from Gonzalo Garcia and Jude Bellingham
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé was jeered by sections of supporters at the Santiago Bernabéu during his side’s 2-0 victory over Real Oviedo in Thursday’s La Liga clash.
The French star returned to action as a second-half substitute after recovering from a thigh injury, but his appearance was met with whistles from some Madrid fans, Eko Hot Blog gathered.
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Mbappé has faced criticism in recent weeks over what some supporters perceive as a lack of commitment, particularly after reports of his holiday trip to Sardinia while sidelined with injury.
Madrid secured a comfortable win thanks to goals from Gonzalo Garcia and Jude Bellingham, but the atmosphere at the Bernabéu reflected growing frustration among fans following another disappointing campaign.
The defeat to FC Barcelona in last weekend’s El Clasico confirmed that Madrid would finish the season without a major trophy, allowing Hansi Flick’s side to clinch the league title.
Manager Alvaro Arbeloa started the match without Mbappé and Bellingham, opting to rest key players before introducing them later in the game.
Madrid opened the scoring shortly before halftime when Garcia calmly finished from close range after being set up by Brahim Díaz.
The hosts created several chances in the second half, with Oviedo goalkeeper Aaron Escandell producing important saves to keep the scoreline respectable.
Mbappé entered the match in the second half and was immediately greeted with boos from parts of the crowd, although the striker appeared unfazed by the reaction.
The French international has scored 41 goals in all competitions this season, but frustration among supporters has intensified after Madrid failed to win silverware.
Club president Florentino Pérez has also come under pressure, with stadium stewards reportedly removing banners critical of his leadership during the match.
Bellingham later sealed the victory with a powerful low strike from outside the box to secure all three points for Madrid.
Elsewhere in La Liga, Girona FC drew 1-1 with Real Sociedad, while Valencia CF and Rayo Vallecano also played out a 1-1 draw.
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