Mbappé vows to win titles with Real Madrid under Mourinho

Kylian Mbappé has declared that his third season at Real Madrid must end with trophies, telling the club's media that "this year we are going to win titles" after two trophy-less campaigns. The French forward, who returned to training following France's fourth-place finish at the 2026 World Cup, spoke enthusiastically about new coach José Mourinho, praising his ability to "know how to win" and provide direction Source: infobae.

New coach, new hope

Mbappé revealed he had extensive conversations with Mourinho during the World Cup, describing the Portuguese as a coach who "knows where he is going," which he believes is positive for the squad Source: elespanol. The player also reflected on his debut in the 2024 UEFA Super Cup against Atalanta, calling it "very special" and noting his comfort in Madrid after two years of adaptation Source: infobae.

Title ambitions

Despite personal success at the World Cup—where he scored 10 goals and won the Golden Boot—Mbappé emphasized that club trophies are the priority. "There is nothing more important than winning titles with the team and giving joy to the fans," he said Source: infobae. He acknowledged the pressure at Real Madrid, stating, "You can be anywhere, but especially at Real Madrid you have to win titles, and that's why I'm here" Source: elespanol.

Season start

Real Madrid will begin their La Liga campaign on August 26 against Real Sociedad at the Santiago Bernabéu, following a weekend off due to World Cup rest periods Source: excelsiormx. Before that, they play a final friendly against Schalke 04 on Sunday Source: elespanol.