A Record Worthy of Cristiano

On Tuesday night in the Champions League, Kylian Mbappé once again showed why he is Real Madrid’s biggest star. With his brace against Marseille, the Frenchman reached 50 goals in just 64 matches, making him the fastest Los Blancos player to hit the milestone since Cristiano Ronaldo in 2010, who did it in 54 games.

The record cements Mbappé as the natural heir to the Portuguese legend, while also underlining his immediate importance in Xabi Alonso’s project.

Double From the Spot

It wasn’t an easy game. Tim Weah put Marseille ahead, but Mbappé leveled the score from the penalty spot after Rodrygo was fouled. Things got complicated when Dani Carvajal was sent off, but once again the Frenchman delivered: another penalty, this time for a Facundo Medina handball, and another goal to seal a 2-1 win.

After the game, Alonso praised his star striker: “He has a tremendous impact on the team and is in fantastic form. It’s a privilege to work with him every day.”

Mbappé and the Pressure

Far from avoiding responsibility, Mbappé admitted he thrives on pressure: “Every player needs to feel it. I look for it. Today I scored two penalties and helped the team win — that’s the Real Madrid DNA: believe until the end.”

His composure in decisive moments reinforces the feeling that the Bernabéu has found the perfect successor to Cristiano.

Next Challenge in LaLiga

Real Madrid will be back in action on Saturday against surprise package Espanyol, who remain unbeaten and sit third in the standings. A shock win at the Santiago Bernabéu could see them leapfrog the reigning champions.