Real Madrid's star acquisition Kylian Mbappe has etched his name in the club's illustrious history books by setting a new record for goals scored in a debut season. The French forward's remarkable achievement came after netting a hat-trick against Barcelona in the 35th round of La Liga, bringing his total tally to an impressive 39 goals in official competitions during the 2024/25 campaign.
Mbappe's extraordinary scoring prowess has seen him surpass the previous record held by none other than Cristiano Ronaldo, who managed 33 goals in his first season with Los Blancos back in 2009/10. The significance of this achievement cannot be overstated, considering Ronaldo went on to become the club's all-time leading scorer.
According to Statbet, Mbappe's goal-scoring efficiency this season has been among the highest in Europe's top five leagues, demonstrating his seamless adaptation to Spanish football despite the immense pressure of his high-profile transfer.
Prior to Mbappe and Ronaldo, Chilean striker Ivan Zamorano held a similar record with 37 goals in the 1992/93 season. However, both Ronaldo's and Zamorano's impressive debuts have now been overshadowed by Mbappe's extraordinary first-season performance.
The El Clásico hat-trick not only secured the record for Mbappe but also highlighted his ability to deliver in the biggest matches for Real Madrid, further cementing his status as one of world football's elite performers.
