Arda Güler apologizes to Mbappe over goal, reply is "my little brother"

Real Madrid beat Leipzig 4-1 at the Santiago Bernabeu in the third week of the Champions League. Arda Güler, who scored in the match, also made headlines with a social media exchange with Kylian Mbappe.

Arda had finished the French star's shot on the goal line. In his post, the young player apologized for stealing his goal, using a smiling face emoji. Mbappe replied with a heart emoji and the words "My little brother".

Speaking to Real Madrid TV, Arda said he may have "stolen" the goal from Mbappe. However, he added that he knew the French player would score another one, so it was not a problem. Referring to Mbappe as "my brother", Arda said he has been playing very well this season.

The international started in the starting lineup, scored the goal that made it 2-0 in the 52nd minute and was replaced by Brahim Diaz in the 78th minute. With three wins from three, Real Madrid sit fourth with 9 points.

Arda said they were happy with the team's performance. He also stressed that they are ready for the Barcelona derby in LaLiga this weekend.