Mbappé scored the goal that clinched Real Madrid‘s first win in LaLiga 2025-26. The striker spoke after the game: “It’s the first game of the season and it’s important for us to start with a win at home. We knew it was going to be a tough game, because Osasuna had a clear plan to wait for us to counter-attack and play through Budimir. We knew that and we worked on it.” “In the first half, we didn’t have much space and we tried to play back and forth. Then we had more chances. We scored early in the second half and had more control. We wanted to score the second, but it didn’t happen. We’re happy with the win. We’re positive, but we’re going for more.”

What did the manager ask of them?

“He wanted us to have plenty of control of the ball. Playing in the opposition half and from one side to the other to make the other team run and give us space. We’ve been working on that all week. We did it well. There are things we can improve on, because it’s the first game of the season and we’ve just come back from holiday. We’re going to keep improving.”

First goal of the season

“I’m feeling good, but the most important thing is to help the team offensively and defensively. The rest will happen and we’ll win games.”

Wearing the number 10 shirt

“It’s special, an important number here. I wore the number 9, which also was. I’ve been lucky enough to have two important numbers in two seasons, but the most important thing is to play here, at the Bernabéu, for Real Madrid.”

Returning to the Bernabéu

“It’s hot, but it’s great to be back with the fans. It’s always good for us and when we go on the pitch we want to play well for the Madridistas and the people who watch us at home.”

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