Kylian Mbappé is making waves in La Liga, achieving a milestone that places him in the company of Cristiano Ronaldo. The French superstar has become the second-fastest player in the 21st century to reach 50 goals in La Liga, accomplishing this feat in just 53 appearances. Only Cristiano Ronaldo, who reached the milestone in 51 games, stands ahead of him.
Mbappé secured his 50th La Liga goal during Real Madrid's 2-0 victory over Levante, marking a positive response after recent setbacks in domestic competitions. He scored Real Madrid's opening goal, further solidifying his status as a key player for the team. Raúl Asensio sealed the win with a second goal.
The comparisons to Cristiano Ronaldo are inevitable, especially considering Ronaldo's legendary status at Real Madrid. Ronaldo scored 50 La Liga goals in just 51 games after joining Real Madrid in 2009, setting a high benchmark. While Ronaldo's overall record of 311 goals in 292 matches for Real Madrid remains a significant target, Mbappé's current trajectory suggests he has the potential to become one of the club's all-time greats.
Mbappé's achievement is even more impressive when compared to other top La Liga goalscorers. Luis Suárez reached 50 La Liga goals in 59 games, while Radamel Falcao took 64 games. Robert Lewandowski reached the milestone in 78 games, and Neymar Jr. in 84.
Real Madrid's coach, Álvaro Arbeloa, praised Mbappé's commitment and leadership, noting his determination to play despite a nagging knee issue. Arbeloa highlighted Mbappé's character, calling him an "incredible boy" and a "natural-born leader".
Mbappé's impact on Real Madrid has been immediate since his arrival in the summer of 2024. In his first season, he won the Pichichi Trophy with 31 league goals. He is currently on track to retain the trophy, with 19 goals in the 2025-2026 season.
Mbappé's adaptation to La Liga has been seamless. His speed, finishing ability, and vision have complemented Real Madrid's attacking style. This milestone adds to Mbappé's decorated career, which includes multiple league titles in France and a World Cup win with France in 2018.
