'The best in the world' – Gareth Bale backs Kylian Mbappe to bounce back from disappointing start at Real Madrid

Kylian Mbappe had an unfortunate start to life as a Real Madrid player, which led to increased scrutiny on his shoulders. That multiplied after Wednesday's 2-0 defeat at Liverpool, during which he missed a crucial penalty.

With the game poised at 1-0, Mbappe saw his effort saved by Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher. It means another clean sheet for the 25-year-old, who has nine goals in 18 appearances so far this season.

It's been tough for Mbappe, but one person backing him to come soon is former Real Madrid winger Gareth Bale, according to TNT Sports (via Sport).

“He is the best in the world and it is a matter of time before he proves. He and Salah missed penalties, but since Liverpool won, we will only talk about Mbappe.

On the match itself, Bale was critical of his first team.

“Liverpool was much better than that Real Madrid from afar They dominated the game from start to finish.”