Kylian Mbappé is on the brink of breaking Cristiano Ronaldo’s long-standing record for the most goals scored in a Champions League group stage. Since joining Real Madrid for the 2024–25 season, Mbappé has been rewriting the history books, showing remarkable performance and consistency for the Spanish giants.
Kylian Mbappé’s Remarkable Journey
In the current 2025–26 season, Mbappé has scored a total of 34 goals across all competitions, with 11 of those coming in the Champions League group phase. This puts him just one goal shy of Ronaldo’s record of 11, a milestone the Portuguese star achieved during the 2015–16 season.
Comparative Achievements Between Mbappé and Ronaldo
The comparison between Mbappé and Ronaldo is inevitable. Each player showcased exceptional skills during their respective group stage campaigns. Here are some highlights:
- Cristiano Ronaldo’s 2015–16 Campaign
- Goals: 11 in the group stage.
- Games played: 6 matches.
- Notable matches:
- Hat trick vs. Shakhtar Donetsk.
- Two goals vs. Malmö.
- No goals against PSG.
- Four goals in the return match against Malmö.
- Kylian Mbappé’s 2025–26 Campaign
- Goals: 11 in the group stage (as of now).
- Games played: 6 matches.
- Notable matches:
- Two goals vs. Marseille.
- Hat trick vs. FC Kairat.
- No goals against Juventus or Liverpool.
- Four goals against Olympiacos.
- Two goals vs. Monaco.
Upcoming Challenge Against Benfica
With one final group stage match against Benfica scheduled, Mbappé has a chance to etch his name in Champions League history. The match will be held at the Estádio da Luz, and he needs just one more goal to surpass Ronaldo’s record.
The Path Beyond the Group Stage
Even if he captures the group stage record, Mbappé has more significant challenges ahead. Ronaldo’s overall record for goals in a single Champions League campaign stands at 17, achieved during Real Madrid’s victorious 2013–14 campaign.
Mbappé is currently only six goals away from this all-time record and still has the knockout stage to play. If Real Madrid advances, Mbappé could add several more to his tally, making it plausible for him to chase and possibly break Ronaldo’s record.
Conclusion
As the Champions League progresses, all eyes will be on Kylian Mbappé as he aims to not only break a legendary record but to also leave his mark in the annals of Champions League history. His performance and ability to stay fit will be crucial for the Spanish giants in the upcoming knockout stage.
