Kylian Mbappe did not shirk his defensive duties in the Champions League defeat by Bayern Munich, said Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa Credit: Pierre-Philippe MARCOU / AFP

Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa mounted a strong defence of French superstar Kylian Mbappe, who was criticised for what some perceived as ignoring his defensive responsibilities in last week’s Champions League defeat by Bayern Munich.

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