Kylian Mbappé Nets 42nd Goal in Record-Breaking First Real Madrid Season

Kylian Mbappé has scored 42 goals for Real Madrid in his first season. He has 30 goals in La Liga as the Spanish giants keep fighting at the top of the league.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Mbappé’s latest goal increased his total in La Liga to 30 and his overall tally to 42 in one season. His performances have strengthened his status as one of the world’s top strikers. Mbappé joined Real Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain last summer, and since moving to the Spanish capital, he has established himself as the first-choice striker. His goalscoring run has broken multiple records at Real Madrid, including the most goals by a player on debut at the club and a historic hat-trick of hat-tricks.

MBAPPÉ’S IMPACT ON REAL MADRID’S SEASON

Mbappé’s total has surpassed the previous record of 35 goals in a debut season at Real Madrid, which was set by mid-season signing Walter Pandiani in 1998-99. Several hat-tricks, crucial strikes and goals in big games, including El Clasico against Barcelona, underline Mbappé’s importance. The France hotshot has scored eight goals in the Champions League, with Madrid also reaching the final of that competition and facing Manchester City for the title next month. However, he has provided only four assists, highlighting his talent for finding the net.

WHAT GAMES REMAIN IN THE TITLE RACE?

Madrid need to win their final two games of the season against Celta Vigo and Real Betis, starting on Sunday with their trip to Balaidos, in order to be crowned champions. If Xavi’s men slip up against mid-table Girona, who they face on Saturday evening at Camp Nou, then the title race could be back on. If Barca win, then Los Blancos require a favour from Real Betis, who take on the Catalan side in midweek. While Madrid will be on alert as they chase three points at Celtic Park, Betis are 10 points behind Barca with three games remaining.