Kylian Mbappé Hits 35 Goals in 38 La Liga Matches in First Season at Real Madrid

Kylian Mbappé has amazed everyone in his first year at Real Madrid. He has scored 35 goals in 38 La Liga games, proving he is a superstar with another great season.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Kylian Mbappé joined Real Madrid in the summer of 2024 and quickly became the team’s main threat in attack. After 38 La Liga matches, he has reached 35 league goals, making it one of the highest tallies ever by a player in their first season in Spain. Mbappé has also contributed important assists and delivered key performances, making headlines with his goalscoring streak and overall impact for Madrid. He has scored against almost every team in La Liga, except for Valencia and Athletic Club last season.

SEASON CONTEXT AND RECORDS

Real Madrid lead the La Liga standings, thanks in large part to Mbappé’s goals. The team is at the top of the table, five points ahead of rivals Barcelona, who are among their main rivals as confirmed by recent reports that have one less match played. Mbappé won the 2024-25 Pichichi Trophy as La Liga’s top scorer, beating both teammates and other rivals. Including all competitions, Mbappé has scored more than 40 goals this season, further strengthening Madrid’s attack and putting them among the favorites for both La Liga and the Champions League. Mbappé’s performances have provided a sharp edge in matches where Real struggled in previous years.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR MBAPPÉ AND REAL MADRID?

Real Madrid’s next match is against Espanyol in La Liga at the Santiago Bernabéu, with Espanyol currently sitting 7th in the standings with seven points and one match to play against 19th placed Mallorca. A win would further extend Madrid’s lead at the top, while a loss could allow Barcelona to close the gap, as they are currently five points behind. For Mbappé, the focus will be on keeping his form ahead of the Champions League knockout rounds, where he will be crucial for Madrid’s ambitions in Europe. Every game now is crucial as Real Madrid aim to secure another league title and progress further in Europe, with Mbappé central to their hopes.