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Kylian Mbappe's arrival at Real Madrid in the summer of 2024 was one of the most anticipated transfers in football history. After years of speculation, the French superstar finally joined the Spanish giants, bringing his lethal pace, blistering finish, and big-game experience.
Naturally, comparisons with past Real Madrid legends began immediately. One of the key questions surrounding Mbappe's debut season is whether he can surpass Cristiano Ronaldo's goal tally from the Portuguese's first year at the club.
Cristiano Ronaldo's first season at Real Madrid:
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Top Goal-Scoring Debut Season at Real Madrid:
Several great players have left an immediate mark at Real Madrid, delivering impressive numbers in their first seasons. Here are some of the best debut season goal scorers.
| PLAYERS | DEBUT SEASON | GOALS | MATCHES |
| Cristiano Ronaldo | 2009 | 33 | 35 |
| Ruud Van Nistelrooy | 2006 | 33 | 47 |
| Ronaldo Nazario | 2002 | 30 | 44 |
| Jude Bellingham | 2023 | 23 | 43 |
| Kylian Mbappe | 2024 | 22 | 32 |
Cristiano Ronaldo and Van Nistelrooy currently hold the record for the most goals in the debut season for Real Madrid, scoring 33 times. Despite arriving mid-season in 2002, Ronaldo Nazario managed an impressive 30 goals, while Jude Bellingham's 23 goals last season made him the highest-scoring mid-fielder in the debut season.
Mbappe is already on track to surpass some of these legends. With 22 goals in 32 matches and several months left in this season, he has a realistic chance of overtaking Ronaldo and Van Nistelrooy.
Mbappe's Current form:
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As of late January 2025, Mbappe has been in excellent form. His most notable performance was a 3-0 victory against Real Valladolid, where he netted his first hat-trick for Real Madrid. This dominant display highlighted his growing chemistry with teammates like Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Junior, and Rodrygo.
Strengths That Could Help Him Break the Record:
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- Mbappe is known for his exceptional finishing ability, whether inside the box or from long range.
- His ability to exploit spaces makes him difficult to mark.
- Having played in Champions League finals and a World Cup final, he thrives under pressure.
- With world-class midfielders like Jude Bellingham, Federico Valverde, and Eduardo Camavinga supplying him, chances will continue to come.
How many Goals does Mbappe need?
Kylian Mbappe's brilliant performances for Real Madrid in Laliga so far.
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With 22 goals so far, Mbappe needs at least 12 more goals to surpass Ronaldo's 33-goal tally. He has approximately 25-30 matches left across La Liga, the Champions League, and the Copa Del Rey.
If he maintains his current goal-scoring rate (0.69 goals per game), he could finish the season with around 35-40 goals, breaking Ronaldo's record comfortably. However, this assumes he remains fit and continues to play the same.
Will Kylian Mbappe break the Record?
Breaking Cristiano Ronaldo's debut season record at Real Madrid is no easy feat, but Mbappe has all the tools to do it. Given his current form, goal-scoring ability, and Real Madrid's attacking playstyle, it's very possible he will surpass Cristiano Ronaldo's 33-goal tally.
Ultimately, whether he sets a new record or not, Kylian Mbappe is already proving to be a phenomenal signing for Real Madrid. His performances are exciting the Santago Bernabeu crowd, and he looks to set to lead the club into a new era of success.