Why is Kylian Mbappe not playing for Real Madrid vs. Barcelona today?

Kylian Mbappé has been ruled out of Real Madrid's La Liga Clásico against Barcelona on May 10, 2026, due to a hamstring injury that also caused him to miss the previous weekend's win over Espanyol. Barcelona, holding an 11-point lead over second-place Real Madrid, only needs a draw at Camp Nou to clinch a second consecutive La Liga title. Mbappé, despite leading La Liga with 24 goals this season, has faced heavy criticism amid Madrid's poor recent form.