Real Madrid supporters have voiced their preference for Yan Diomande as a superior attacking partner for Kylian Mbappe following the team’s decisive 3-0 La Liga victory over Racing Santander this past Sunday. The win marks part of a dominant resurgence for the side under manager Jose Mourinho.
Vinicius Jr is currently sidelined, serving a four-match domestic suspension after receiving a red card against Villarreal. During his absence, Real Madrid has strung together three consecutive league wins, a streak highlighted by a 2-1 triumph over rivals Barcelona last weekend. Collectively, the club has enjoyed an excellent run, netting 18 goals across their last six fixtures in all competitions, all of which resulted in victories. However, since their return to the pitch after the three-week hiatus, Los Blancos have turned things around.
Observers have noted a distinct change in Mbappe’s performance during this period, with the forward scoring five goals in recent matches. Supporters suggest that Diomande’s selfless movement on the left wing has allowed the Frenchman to thrive more effectively as a centre-forward compared to the style of play typically employed by Vinicius. Some fans have even argued that the personal egos of Vinicius and Mbappe make it difficult for the pair to function as a cohesive unit. Notably, Mbappe has scored five goals during this impressive run of results, with Diomande also finding the back of the net twice. Unlike Vinicius, many believe it is due to Diomande playing selflessly as a left winger.
Despite the recent success, the team’s focus now shifts toward European competition. Vinicius is expected to return for the Champions League clash against AEK Athens this Wednesday, though he must sit out the subsequent La Liga match against Valencia to finish his suspension. The recent momentum has been a significant turnaround for the squad, which had previously struggled with defeats to Atletico Madrid and Betis before the international break. With the current winning streak, Real Madrid has narrowed the gap to three points behind Barcelona, putting renewed pressure on the league leaders. A few more wins and they could well and truly mount serious pressure on Barcelona.
