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".

French superstar Kylian Mbappe’s “ups and downs” are to be expected because of Real Madrid’s demanding season and the nature of players of his quality, said coach Carlo Ancelotti on Saturday.

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.

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,

Kylian Mbappe's Real Madrid will welcome local rivals Atletico Madrid in the Champions League last 16 after beating Man City 6-3 on aggregate.

Kylian Mbappé has been left out of Real Madrid's squad for their game at Real Sociedad on Wednesday, after having a tooth removed earlier this week.

Kylian Mbappé is once again under fire after a string of disappointing performances for Real Madrid, but Carlo Ancelotti has come to his defense. The French forward has been heavily criticized by the Spanish press,

Carlo Ancelotti gave his assessment of Kylian Mbappe's performance after he the field immediately following Real Madrid's victory against Atletico.

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