Mbappé Equals Cristiano Ronaldo’s Record in Real Madrid Win
Kylian Mbappé has equaled Cristiano Ronaldo’s record of 59 goals in a calendar year for Real Madrid following a dramatic 2-0 victory over Sevilla, keeping pressure on La Liga leaders Barcelona.
Real Madrid took the lead seven minutes before halftime when Jude Bellingham met a Rodrygo free-kick with a header, sending the ball into the top corner. Sevilla had several chances to equalize but were reduced to ten men after Marcao received a second yellow card for a foul on Bellingham.
Mbappé, celebrating his 27th birthday, converted a penalty in the 86th minute after Rodrygo was fouled by Juanlu Sanchez, matching Ronaldo’s 2013 record.
“It’s a special day because it’s my birthday. I always said it would be a dream to play in a game on my birthday and at Real Madrid, the club of my dreams,” Mbappé told Real Madrid TV.
“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.”
Earlier in the game, Mbappé struggled to find his rhythm, failing to register a shot on target in the first half and missing several opportunities after halftime. Sevilla’s Isaac Romero also threatened Real on the counter, but Thibaut Courtois denied him on multiple occasions.
Mbappé’s record-equaling penalty came late in the contest, cementing his milestone. A second penalty later in the game was overturned by VAR, preventing him from breaking Ronaldo’s record immediately.
The French forward’s achievement highlights his extraordinary form in 2025, further solidifying his status among Real Madrid legends.
– Source: BBC
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