Kylian Mbappe’s arrival at Real Madrid was one of the most awaited transfers in football history. But despite all the hype, his first months in The league was far from smooth. As French superstar Struggled to adapt to the consistency of a new league began to critics question whether he could really fill the shoes from his successful predecessors in White Kit, for example Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema.
But things have changed dramatically in recent weeks. The 26-year-old has rediscovered his best form and shot Madrid to decisive victories and Matches a record set by one of the club’s legends all the time. But what triggered this turn? The answer involves Ronaldo—The much player Mbappe grew up idolizing.
Real Madrid’s 3-2 Victory over Leganes was shakyWith defensive deficiencies that led to two goals that were admitted in a hectic first half. France’s star’s fantastic Panenka penalty gave its page an early lead, but the visitors fought back to take a 2-1 advantage. Jude Bellingham leveled, and during the second half Mbappe delivered the winning goal with a perfectly executed free kick, To bring their season a total of 33 goals, a historical performance for the club.
Mirror Ronaldo’s debut season
Mbappe’s Stag against Leganes Saw him alike Cristiano Ronaldo’s goal From his first season at Real Madrid. Back 2009-10The Portuguese icon scored 33 goals In all competitions, a brand that France’s captain has now matched in his debut campaign.
But there is an important difference. While Ronaldo slap that number in Only 35 matchesMbappe has taken 10 more games to reach the same total. The comparison inevitably raises debate, but for the Frenchman it is just to be in the conversation with his idol.
“It’s very special … having the same number of goals because Cristiano is always good,” Mbappe customs Real Madrid TV. “We know what he means for Real Madrid and me.”
The influence of Cristiano Ronaldo
While Mbappe has always been true of his admiration for Cristiano RonaldoHis recent comments reveal a New dimension to their relationship. The Portuguese legendNow in the last stages of their career, has taken the role of a mentor. “Me and Cristiano Ronaldo speak often. He gives me a lot of advice.”
In fact it was CR7 itself As previously suggested that Mbappe still had things to learn as a striker. Now it seems that mentoring is fruit. Despite matching The PortugueseForward made one thing clear: Personal milestones are Not enough. “I am very happy to compare his goal during the first season, we know what he represents for all of us … But the really important thing is to win trophies with Real Madrid. “
