Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe enters top five all-time Champions League scorers
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé has moved into the top five all-time Champions League scorers after scoring in a 2-1 victory against Inter Milan. The 27-year-old expressed his strong desire to win the Champions League title with his current club.
Why it matters
Mbappé is cementing his legacy as one of the greatest players in football history while chasing his first Champions League trophy.
Kylian Mbappé can't stop scoring in the early part of the 2026-27 season.
The Real Madrid superstar made it five goals from five this season by opening the scoring in Tuesday's Champions League opener against Inter Milan .
Mbappé took advantage of a turnover from Curtis Jones and was fed by Brahim Díaz . The France international did the rest, finishing first-time past Inter goalkeeper Josep Martínez in the 14th minute.
It was Mbappé's 71st career goal in the Champions League, moving him into a tie with Real Madrid legend Raúl for fifth all time.
The 27-year-old is still well behind all-time leader Cristiano Ronaldo , who scored 140 goals in the competition while playing for Manchester United , Real Madrid and Juventus .
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