Madrid's Late-Season Push: Mbappé's Absence Sparks Urgency Before Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad
11 February 2026
Training and Updates Ahead of Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad
Real Madrid conducted their training session on Wednesday morning with a focus on the looming showdown against Real Sociedad, scheduled for Saturday evening at the Bernabéu.
The two sides meet in the 24th round of La Liga.
During the session, Eder Militao, Jude Bellingham, and Rodrygo continued their rehabilitation programs to aid recovery.
Marca reported that French star Kylian Mbappé was absent from group training, opting to train in the gym instead.
The workout included video analysis, gym-strength work, on-pitch passing drills, and tactical work, culminating in small-sided matches.
Mbappé helped Real Madrid to a 2-0 victory over Valencia in the previous round, scoring the second goal in the 90+1st minute.
Madrid enter the clash aiming to move temporarily to the top of La Liga, while Sociedad host Athletic Bilbao in the Copa del Rey semifinal first leg tonight at San Mamés.
Madrid remain on 57 points, one behind leaders Barcelona.
Punchline: If Madrid's defense were a filter, the photo would still be sharp—clearly staged, but somehow filter-free at the back.
Punchline 2: Mbappé skipped the group session, but the gym missed a chance to post a prime selfie with a goal.
