Mbappé set for Bernabeu debut as Real Madrid host Valladolid

Football fans in Nigeria and beyond are gearing up for Kylian Mbappé’s highly anticipated home debut at the Santiago Bernabeu this weekend. After his stunning move from Paris Saint-Germain, the French forward will be eager to make his mark in front of Real Madrid’s home supporters when the club faces Real Valladolid on Sunday.

Mbappé has already featured in two official games for Los Blancos, including the UEFA Super Cup and an away match against Real Mallorca in La Liga. However, he has yet to experience the electric atmosphere of the Bernabeu as a home player. The match against Valladolid offers him a prime opportunity to open his account on home soil and propel Real Madrid back to winning ways.

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Despite failing to score in last weekend’s 1-1 draw against Mallorca, Mbappé will be looking to make a lasting impression on his Santiago Bernabeu debut. Real Madrid, aiming to bounce back in La Liga, head into the match with a formidable record against Valladolid. They have won their last five encounters against the visitors without conceding a goal, making them firm favourites to secure another victory.

In addition to the excitement surrounding Mbappé’s home debut, Barcelona will look to maintain their dominant home form against Athletic Club when the two sides clash at the Camp Nou on Saturday. The Catalan giants have not lost a home fixture to Athletic since November 2001 and have found the back of the net in each of their last 39 encounters at the Camp Nou against the Basque club.

While Barcelona boasts an impressive home record, Athletic Club has shown signs of resurgence in recent weeks. Led by former Barcelona player Inaki Williams, the visitors could prove to be a thorn in the Blaugrana’s side as they attempt to upset their hosts in La Liga.

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Elsewhere, Atletico Madrid will take on Girona, Real Betis will face Alaves, and Leganes will battle Las Palmas in a weekend full of thrilling La Liga action.

All matches will be broadcast live on the StarTimes Sports Premium channel, with football fans able to enjoy every La Liga game for just N600 weekly on the StarTimes-ON app. Whether it’s Mbappe’s first steps at the Bernabeu or Barcelona’s quest to continue their unbeaten run at home, fans won’t want to miss the action.

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