Mbappe's younger brother steps into the light

With just 73 minutes of play in Ligue 1, Ethan Mbappe made his mark with two goals and one assist. That special performance made France start to see him no longer as "Kylian's younger brother", but as a real talent.

With just 73 minutes of play in Ligue 1, Ethan Mbappe made his mark with two goals and one assist.

Lille have found a valuable new card in difficult times, and that name is Ethan Mbappe. It didn’t take long for the 18-year-old to make an incredible impact. Last weekend’s game against Le Havre showed that again: Lille were stuck in a stalemate, playing with one less man, but Ethan’s arrival changed the game. He assisted Igamane’s winner, his third of the season in just three appearances.

Two goals and an assist in 73 minutes is phenomenal. In Europe's top five leagues, no player has a better performance. Lille not only got points thanks to Ethan's brilliance but also relied on the young talent's confidence, something rarely seen in a player who has always lived in the shadow of his older brother.

Ethan has had a big moment every time he has come on. The winner against Toulouse, the stunning equaliser against PSG, his club of choice, and now the assist at Le Havre. His impact has forced coach Bruno Genesio to change his plans: Ethan has been added to the Europa League squad despite not being on the list. What he has shown is enough to convince Lille that he is not just a potential talent, but an immediate option.

Coach Genesio said frankly: “He has all the qualities to compete for a starting position.” This is not a polite compliment. He trusted Ethan in the round of 16 of the Champions League last season and now continues to put responsibility on his shoulders in big matches.

Ethan Mbappe is taking a path that many once doubted: escaping the title of “Kylian’s little brother”. He is not breaking the rules with noise, but with sharp efficiency. France has started to take notice of Ethan, and his real journey may have only just begun.

Source: https://znews.vn/em-trai-mbappe-buoc-ra-anh-sang-post1608502.html