Mbappe criticizes Real Madrid's performance and sends a message to the fans

Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappé strongly criticized his team's performance after their 4-2 defeat to Benfica in the final group stage match of the current Champions League campaign, acknowledging the team's inconsistent form this season. Speaking to the Spanish newspaper Marca, Mbappé said, "I don't have a clear explanation. We lack consistency, and that's a problem we need to solve. We can't be good one day and bad the next; that's not how a champion team should be. It's a bit painful because we wanted to use February to improve, but we deserve where we are ." He added, "We played very badly... After losing 3-2, the fourth goal doesn't change anything. It's a bit embarrassing, but it doesn't change the reality ." The French star explained that the team's problem lies in consistency: "Last week we played some good matches, but not now, and we need consistency. We're lacking in every aspect. I'm not saying the problem is just about attitude or technical ability; I think it's a general issue, and in the Champions League, every detail matters. If you don't give your all to win a match, you won't get the result ." Mbappé concluded with a message of support for the Santiago Bernabéu fans, saying: "I ask the fans to come and support the team. We're not out of the competition, and we're on the right track in La Liga. If the Bernabéu is with us, we'll play a good match on Sunday ."