Kylian Mbappe celebrating a goal for Real Madrid, marking his 60th goal in 2025.
Kylian Mbappe became the latest football superstar to join an exclusive club after reaching 60 goals in the 2025 calendar year during Real Madrid’s 1-1 draw against Girona. The milestone was secured from the penalty spot at Montilivi, marking a remarkable achievement for the French international.
Despite Madrid controlling key phases of the match, Girona repeatedly crowded the superstar, and Real Madrid were forced to share points. The draw extended their run without an away win to three league matches and allowed Barcelona to reclaim the La Liga summit, increasing pressure on coach Xabi Alonso.
“The equaliser was historic for me personally, but we know there’s still work to do as a team,” Mbappe reflected after the game.
Mbappe’s 60-goal tally places him alongside Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Robert Lewandowski as the only 21st-century players to hit such a total in a single calendar year. In French football history, he becomes the first player since Just Fontaine in 1958 to score 60 goals for club and country in one year.
His consistency underscores his evolution from a promising talent into Real Madrid’s dominant force, while highlighting the pressure he carries as the team’s focal point. Despite his historic personal success, Madrid’s inconsistencies have made his contributions even more vital.
The 2025 calendar year has cemented Mbappe as Real Madrid’s undisputed centrepiece. From Champions League knockout rounds to La Liga fixtures and international duty with France, Mbappe has maintained elite efficiency in scoring and chance creation. His leadership on and off the pitch has grown, guiding younger teammates and taking on a central tactical role in Xabi Alonso’s evolving system.
By late November, Mbappe’s 60 goals across club and country reflected one of the most complete individual years in modern football. His relentless performance highlights why he is now mentioned in the same breath as Ronaldo and Messi when it comes to historic scoring feats.
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