Kylian Mbappé proved once more why he is Real Madrid’s unrivaled offensive force. In a spectacular Champions League clash against his former club AS Monaco, the French star delivered a masterclass, scoring twice and orchestrating attacks with unmatched speed and precision.
His performance not only secured the win but also placed him alongside Europe’s elite, matching records previously set by legends like Cristiano Ronaldo.
In an extraordinary Champions League night against his former club, AS Monaco, the Frenchman delivered a masterclass that saw him match records held by Cristiano Ronaldo and join the pantheon of European greats.
Real Madrid: Kylian Mbappé Equals Cristiano Ronaldo’s Iconic Record
Mbappé’s double against Monaco was not just about the victory; it was about historic efficiency and legendary comparisons. The Frenchman reached several milestones that solidify his status as a modern icon:
- The 11-Goal Group Stage Milestone: Mbappé has now equalled Cristiano Ronaldo’s record for the most goals in a single Champions League group stage (11 goals in six matches), a feat the Portuguese legend achieved during the 2015-2016 season.
- Surpassing French Legends: By reaching 11 goals this season, he becomes only the second Frenchman to hit that mark in a single UCL campaign, trailing only Karim Benzema. In doing so, he has officially surpassed the single-season tallies of icons like Thierry Henry and Zinedine Zidane.
- The 67-Goal Club: With 67 total European goals, Mbappé has moved level with Andriy Shevchenko and Edin Džeko. Crucially, he reached this number in significantly fewer games—just 95 appearances—proving his unmatched scoring rate.
- The “Ex-Club” Curse: Mbappé joins an elite list of Madridistas (including Zidane, Ronaldo, and Brahim Díaz) who have scored against their former teams in the Champions League, adding a poetic touch to his dominance over Monaco.
With Mbappé equalling Cristiano Ronaldo’s records, do you think he has officially replaced CR7 as the “King of the Champions League” for Real Madrid, or does he still have more to prove?
