Ancelotti Silent On Mbappe's Potential Super Cup Debut With Real Madrid

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Carlo Ancelotti remained coy when asked about the chances of Kylian Mbappe making his Real Madrid debut in the UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday. Mbappe joined as a free agent in June and has now started training with the team following his extended break due to France's involvement in Euro 2024. Though Ancelotti remained tight-lipped about how Mbappe could be used, he did not rule out a first appearance for the Frenchman in a Madrid shirt.

Madrid won the Champions League by beating Borussia Dortmund 2-1 in June to set up a meeting with Europa League winners Atalanta in Warsaw. Ancelotti had previously said after a pre-season friendly that he planned on using players who had won the trophy for the Super Cup match.

Madrid are aiming to win the Super Cup for a record sixth time, leapfrogging Barcelona and AC Milan, who have also both won five. They are also chasing history once again this season with seven titles available for the first time due to FIFA's new Intercontinental Cup.

"As always, we're starting the season with all the excitement and desire," Ancelotti added. "It's the first title of a season that is going to be very demanding but can also be very successful. We want to start it well. We are aware of the difficulties, but I see the team in good shape, motivated to play a great game."

Mbappe has arrived well, just like the other players who joined last week, Ancelotti said in his press conference on Tuesday. "We haven't had much time to train, but we are doing very well, and Kylian has also arrived in good shape. He is adapting very well. Obviously, everyone who is here can play tomorrow."

The anticipation surrounding Mbappe's potential debut adds an extra layer of excitement to an already significant match. The French forward's integration into the squad will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike.

Real Madrid's quest for another Super Cup victory underscores their ambition and readiness for another competitive season ahead.