Match Overview

In a thrilling encounter at the Santiago Bernabéu, Kylian Mbappé led Real Madrid to a 3-2 comeback victory over Leganés, further solidifying his impressive first season with the club. Notably, his two goals allowed him to equal Cristiano Ronaldo’s tally during his debut season with Madrid, totaling 33 goals across all competitions.

Game Highlights

• Mbappé opened the scoring with a penalty, giving Madrid a 1-0 advantage in the first half.
• Leganés responded quickly, leveling the score through Diego Garcia shortly after.
• Dani Raba then put the visitors ahead with a second goal before halftime.
• In the second half, Jude Bellingham scored to bring Madrid back within reach.
• Mbappé netted the decisive goal, confirming the win and showcasing his formidable skills.

Mbappé’s Reflections

After the match, Mbappé expressed his elation at matching Ronaldo’s debut record, stating, “It’s very special. The most important things are the ones you do with the team, but to score the same number of goals as Cristiano is always good. We know what Cristiano represents for Real Madrid and for me.”

Current Standing in La Liga

This victory enabled Real Madrid to maintain their position at the top of La Liga, with both Madrid and Barcelona tied at 63 points. It sets the stage for an upcoming clash as Barcelona prepares to face Girona.

Looking Ahead

Madrid is set to continue their pursuit of trophies, with upcoming matches against Real Sociedad in the Copa del Rey semi-finals, followed by pivotal league clashes against Valencia and a Champions League quarter-final against Arsenal.

Coach’s Remarks

Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti praised Mbappé’s recent performances, noting, “He’s playing well. He’s more active, more present in our play. He’s making the difference, and that’s what we want from him.” Ancelotti also revealed that Mbappé had practiced a similar indirect free kick in training just a day prior to executing it successfully in the game.