Kylian Mbappe Celebrates Milestone with Cristiano Ronaldo Tribute

Mbappe Matches Ronaldo's Record

Kylian Mbappe, the forward for Real Madrid, recently celebrated reaching a significant milestone by matching Cristiano Ronaldo's record of 59 goals in a calendar year for the club. This achievement came after he scored against Sevilla on December 20, and he honored Ronaldo's iconic 'Siuuu' celebration as a tribute to the Portuguese star, whom he regards as both a friend and mentor.

A Special Birthday Celebration

After the match, Mbappe expressed his joy at scoring on his 27th birthday, stating, "As a child, I always dreamed of playing for Real Madrid on my birthday, and tonight that dream became a reality."

Looking Ahead with Determination

Addressing the fans, Mbappe conveyed his eagerness to return in 2026 with a strong desire to win titles, starting with the Supercopa. He wished all Real Madrid supporters a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Close Call for a New Record

While Mbappe equaled Ronaldo's goal tally, he narrowly missed surpassing it when a shot hit the post late in the match, and a penalty awarded to Madrid was overturned by VAR, preventing him from breaking the record.

Ronaldo's Advice to Mbappe

Cristiano Ronaldo had previously shared insights with Mbappe during an interview, suggesting that he should adapt his playing style to resemble that of a striker. Ronaldo mentioned, "If I were at Real Madrid, I would teach him to play as a nine. Kylian shouldn't be a typical striker; he should play more like I do as a striker."

Comparing Achievements

In 2013, Ronaldo not only scored 59 goals but also provided 14 assists for Real Madrid. In contrast, Mbappe's tally for 2025 matched the goals but fell short in assists, recording only six. This comparison highlights both the remarkable achievement and the differences in their records.