Kylian Mbappé is having a fantastic start to the season with Real Madrid. After being named LaLiga’s Player of the Month for September, he continued his hot streak by scoring in a 3-1 win against Villarreal. His performance has helped Real Madrid secure the top spot in the league table as the season pauses for the international break.
⚽ Leading the Goal-Scoring Charts
Mbappé is currently the top scorer in Spain’s LaLiga with nine goals in just eight matches. He’s also showing his skills in Europe, leading the Champions League scoring with five goals in two games. Across Europe’s top five leagues, only Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane has scored more goals this season. With a total of 14 goals in 10 matches for his club, Mbappé is proving to be one of the most dangerous strikers in the world right now.
📈 A Massive Improvement
This season marks a significant improvement for Mbappé compared to his first year at Real Madrid. Last season, it took him 27 games to score his first 14 goals. This time, he achieved the same number in just 10 matches. His incredible scoring rate of 1.4 goals per game is reminiscent of club legend Cristiano Ronaldo, who often averaged more than a goal per game during his time in Madrid.
🗣️ Praise From the Coach
Mbappé’s excellent form has not gone unnoticed by his coach, Xabi Alonso. He praised the forward for being “decisive in every match” and clinical in front of the goal. Alonso also highlighted Mbappé’s positive influence in the locker room, suggesting he could have a “spectacular season.” After scoring 45 goals last season, Mbappé is on track to surpass that and could even break the 50-goal barrier this year.
