Kylian Mbappe was rested ahead of Real Madrid's Champions League match against Benfica this week.

Coach Álvaro Arbeloa said Kylian Mbappé "has the qualities" to match the "out of this world" Cristiano Ronaldo's impact at Real Madrid.

They are both fit for the Champions League play-off clash at Benfica on Feb 17. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Real Madrid is preparing for the final matchday of the Champions League league phase, and Mbappé is a doubt for this last game.

Real Madrid have issued an injury update on star striker Kylian Mbappe ahead of their meeting with Benfica on Tuesday night. The Spanish giants play the Portuguese side in their Champions League playoff clash as the two sides vie to secure a spot in the last-16 of Europe's elite club competition.

Real Madrid defeated Real Sociedad 4-1, with Vinicius Jr scoring twice as coach Arbeloa explained France international Kylian Mbappe's absence due to a minor injury.

Television cameras caught Mbappé criticizing the officiating crew in the game against Valencia, with the France striker apparently using the word “clown” to talk about one referee. Mbappé seemed to be looking for an explanation for an offside call but the referee didn’t appear to want to talk to the player.

Reports suggest that Kylian Mbappe continues to have knee discomfort ahead of another La Liga match.