“Best in the world” – Gareth Bale backs Kylian Mbappe to bounce back from underwhelming start at Real Madrid

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

With the match tied 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 scored nine goals in 18 appearances so far this season.

Things have been tough for Mbappe, but one person who is backing him to get better soon is former Real Madrid winger Gareth Bale, according to TNT Sports (via Sport).

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

Bale was critical of his former team about the match itself.

“Liverpool was by far much better than Real Madrid. They dominated the match from start to finish.”