Kylian Mbappé achieved a remarkable milestone on his 27th birthday, scoring his 59th goal of the calendar year to equal Cristiano Ronaldo’s prestigious record for Real Madrid. The French forward netted a penalty in the 86th minute during Madrid’s 2-0 victory over Sevilla, cementing his extraordinary debut season at the Spanish club. Mbappé’s achievement underscores his transformative impact since joining the Los Blancos, establishing himself as one of football’s elite strikers.
Honoring His Idol
Following the record-equalling goal, Mbappé celebrated by performing Ronaldo’s signature “Siu” celebration, paying heartfelt tribute to the player he has idolized since childhood. The French star revealed he had Ronaldo’s posters adorning his bedroom walls as a young boy, describing playing for Real Madrid as a lifelong dream. “To do like Cristiano did, my idol, the best player in Real Madrid’s history and a world great, it’s an honour for me,” Mbappé stated after the match, expressing his deep admiration for the legendary Portuguese forward.
Steering Madrid Forward
Despite Real Madrid’s inconsistent season under coach Xabi Alonso, Mbappé has emerged as their standout performer and driving force. He has accumulated 29 goals across 24 appearances in all competitions, leading La Liga’s scoring charts once again. His clinical finishing and consistent contributions have been instrumental in keeping the club competitive, helping Madrid narrow the gap to Barcelona to just one point before the winter break.