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

Real Madrid hosted Leipzig at home in the Champions League. The home side won the match 4-1.

In the 52nd minute, as Mbappe's header was heading toward the goal, Arda Güler touched the ball on the line. The goal was credited to the young star. The pair's celebration after the goal received wide coverage on social media.

Mbappe spoke about the matter after the match. The French forward said of Arda, "He is my brother. I love him." He said Arda is a very important player for the team and has played very well this season. When it comes to Arda, he added that he could give him the goal and that he wants to set him up for more assists. His reason was that Arda has given him many assists.

Arda Güler, for his part, made a post on his social media account that read "I'm sorry for stealing your goal." Mbappe replied to the post with the words "my little brother." The posts quickly drew attention in the world press as well.