Real Madrid: Mbappé's fitness, Álvaro Arbeloa reassures ahead of Benfica clash | OneFootball

Will Kylian Mbappé feature against Benfica? Álvaro Arbeloa gives his take

Real Madrid: Mbappé's fitness, Álvaro Arbeloa reassures ahead of Benfica clash

Tomorrow night, Real Madrid host Benfica Lisbon in the Champions League play-off second leg. Despite lingering doubts, Kylian Mbappé is expected to be available.

Having claimed a 1-0 victory in the first leg of this Champions League play-off, Real Madrid are determined to finish the job at the Santiago Bernabéu tomorrow and book their place in the round of 16.

On the eve of this much-anticipated showdown with José Mourinho’s side, Álvaro Arbeloa provided an update on Kylian Mbappé. The French star has been hampered for several weeks by a knee injury.

"He’s ready to play tomorrow, and that’s the most important thing right now (smiles). It’s been several weeks… everyone knows that, but I want to highlight his effort and commitment. He’s doing everything to help us out on the pitch. He can change the course of a match, and defenders know he can decide the outcome at any moment. He’s ready for tomorrow, and I’m sure he’ll have a great game," said the Real Madrid coach.