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Real Madrid's dream became a digital nightmare for a short while on Monday. The club's official website buckled under the weight of a virtual stampede as fans around the world rushed to confirm the long-awaited signing of French superstar Kylian Mbappé. The news, an open secret for months, finally became official with a simple statement on the Real Madrid website. However, the sheer volume of visitors eager to witness the confirmation firsthand caused the website to crash. For several minutes, fans were greeted with an "Oops! The system is offside" message, a playful nod to the world of football, instead…