Kylian Mbappé’s Impressive Start with Real Madrid: A Statistical Overview

Kylian Mbappé has achieved a remarkable milestone, playing 75 matches for Real Madrid and showcasing his best form since joining the club. However, he still faces a considerable journey to match some of the club’s most illustrious goal scorers.

As the standout player on Xabi Alonso’s team, Mbappé’s contributions have propelled Real Madrid to the top of LaLiga and positioned them among the top eight in the UEFA Champions League group stage.

The 26-year-old France captain currently leads LaLiga with 13 goals and ranks as the second-highest scorer in the Champions League with five. Nevertheless, he has experienced a minor setback, having gone two consecutive matches without a goal against Liverpool and Rayo Vallecano.

In his most recent appearance for the national team, Mbappé scored twice in France’s 4-0 victory over Ukraine on November 13. He subsequently withdrew from the squad but is expected to be fit for Madrid’s upcoming match against Elche on Sunday, which will be streamed live at 3 p.m. ET on ESPN+ in the U.S.

Despite his impressive tally, which includes 62 goals in his first 75 games, placing him near the top of Real Madrid’s all-time scoring charts, Mbappé has yet to leave a significant mark in high-pressure matches. Since his arrival from Paris Saint-Germain in 2024, Los Blancos have secured only one victory against Barcelona, where he notably scored the opening goal in a recent 2-1 win. Against Atlético Madrid, the team has recorded one win, one draw, and two losses.

In terms of early performance, while Benzema may not match Mbappé in goals or minutes, he achieved superior results against Barcelona and Atlético during his initial 75 games at the club. Benzema scored 30 goals and participated in four wins against Atlético, as well as an unbeaten record against Barcelona in his first encounters, contributing to an overall record of 55 wins, 13 draws, and 17 losses.

Hugo Sánchez, another club great, netted 49 goals in his first 75 games, which, although fewer than Mbappé’s total, represents a commendable achievement for that era. While he witnessed success against his former club and a balanced record in El Clásico, his overall stats include 47 wins, 14 draws, and 14 losses.

Ronaldo Nazário’s early records with Real Madrid remain impressive, scoring 52 goals in 75 matches with a substantial impact on the team’s success. Although he achieved remarkable numbers, he faced challenges against Barcelona. In contrast, Cristiano Ronaldo’s record stands unrivaled, with 69 goals in his first 75 matches, showcasing his extraordinary contributions during his tenure.

As Mbappé continues to develop his career at Real Madrid, the comparisons with these legendary players highlight both achievements and the areas ripe for growth, particularly in high-stakes encounters.