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".

Brahim Diaz has become increasingly more prominent at Real Madrid, having been decisive on the pitch – most recently during the Madrid derby earlier this week, during which

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,

Vinicius Jr. and Kylian Mbappe are two of the best-attacking players in the world. Both superstars play a key role for club side Real Madrid. Club legend Karim

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