MADRID (AP) — Kylian Mbappé credits a change in mentality for starting to play better for Real Madrid. Mbappé has struggled in his first season with Madrid but has been gradually meeting the expectations that came with his high profile.

Kylian Mbappe's heroics helped Real Madrid earn a 4-1 La Liga home win against UD Las Palmas on Sunday, January 19. The Frenchman bagged a brace (18' P, 36'). Brahim Diaz (33') and Rodrygo (57') also found the back of the net for Carlo Ancelotti's side.

Kylian Mbappe has said his “mentality changed” at Real Madrid after December’s La Liga defeat against Athletic Club — a game in which he missed a penalty. The France international striker failed to convert a penalty while Madrid were 1-0 down in Bilbao as Carlo Ancelotti’s side eventually lost 2-1 on December 4,