Carlo Ancelotti has defended Kylian Mbappé's form after the star forward disappointed in Real Madrid's 2-1 Champions League win over Atlético Madrid in midweek, saying the France captain's form will waver over the course of a season.

After a concerning drop of form, Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti addressed Kylian Mbappe's current situation.

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti labelled Kylian Mbappe's inconsistency as "genetic" and warned that Los Blancos must accept the forward's "ups and downs".

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"In such a demanding season (inconsistency) is quite normal, above all in a player with such quality," said Ancelotti.

Real Madrid made several changes to their starting lineup for the Rayo Vallecano match, notably resting Vinicius Jr. and missing injured star Kylian Mbappé. Luka Modrić, Arda Güler, and Rodrygo Goes started,

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Carlo Ancelotti labelled Kylian Mbappe's inconsistency as "genetic" and warned that Real Madrid must accept the forward's "ups and downs".