Kylian Mbappé, the French football sensation, is on an incredible scoring spree in 2025 and appears to be closing the gap on Cristiano Ronaldo’s records at Real Madrid, highlighting his successful integration into the team. His blossoming partnership with Jude Bellingham at Santiago Bernabéu is proving to be a lethal force on the field.
When asked about Mbappé’s performance in December, Real Madrid’s coach, Carlo Ancelotti, confidently stated that the player’s acclimatization phase had come to an end. He further emphasized that Mbappé was already showcasing his prowess on the pitch, with plenty of room for improvement.
Ancelotti’s foresight seems to have been spot on as Mbappé continues to carve a niche for himself at Real Madrid, justifying the immense effort the club made to secure his services. The Frenchman recently demonstrated his lethal finishing skills during a match against Real Valladolid, scoring the opening goal and continuing his impressive form throughout the game.
This match, in fact, marked a significant milestone for Mbappé, as it was his 20th goal for the Spanish giants. He went on to add two more goals to his tally, securing his first hat trick for Real Madrid. With a total of 22 goals in his first 32 appearances for the club, Mbappé is well on track to outperform his idol, Cristiano Ronaldo, in his debut season.
Since his arrival at Real Madrid last summer, Mbappé demonstrated his potential by scoring in his debut during the UEFA Super Cup win over Atlanta United. Despite a slow start in La Liga and the Champions League, the French star seems to have regained his form after Ancelotti tweaked the team’s attacking structure.
Even with an inconsistent start, Mbappé is likely to end the season with over 30 goals, potentially surpassing Cristiano Ronaldo’s debut season tally of 33 goals in 35 appearances. Ronaldo’s first season at Bernabeu was marked by a seven-week absence due to injury, but still managed to help the team accumulate 96 points, finishing second to Pep Guardiola’s Barcelona.
Ronaldo has been a significant influence on Mbappé’s football career, and the Frenchman has never been shy about expressing his admiration for the Portuguese star. Now that he has finally joined Real Madrid, Mbappé has the chance to not only match but potentially outdo Ronaldo’s debut season achievements.
From his humble beginnings to his meteoric rise in the world of football, Mbappé has proven that he is not just a player to watch, but a force to be reckoned with. His recent performances for Real Madrid are a testament to his talent and determination, and if he continues on this path, he could well rewrite the history books.
