Kylian Mbappe has officially redefined what a debut season at Real Madrid looks like. In less than a year since arriving at the Santiago Bernabéu, the French superstar has not only silenced critics but also broken a club record that stood untouched for more than three decades.
With 38 goals across all competitions in the 2024–25 campaign, Mbappe now holds the record for the most goals scored by a Real Madrid player in their debut season — surpassing the legendary Ivan Zamorano, who netted 37 goals in the 1992–93 season.
Record-Breaking Debut in Numbers
Since his high-profile move from Paris Saint-Germain last summer, all eyes were on Mbappe to deliver. And deliver he did.
| Most Goals in a Debut Season – Real Madrid |
|---|
| Kylian Mbappe – 38 goals (2024–25) |
| Ivan Zamorano – 37 goals (1992–93) |
| Cristiano Ronaldo – 33 goals (2009–10) |
| Ruud van Nistelrooy – 33 goals (2006–07) |
| Ronaldo Nazario – 30 goals (2002–03) |
Out of those 38 goals, 27 have come in La Liga, where he is currently leading the golden boot race. His performances have not only propelled Real Madrid into a strong position domestically but have also been pivotal in their Champions League and Copa del Rey runs.
A Season of Transformation
Mbappe’s journey in Spain didn’t start smoothly. His initial months in Madrid were met with skepticism, as fans and pundits questioned his adaptation and early performances. But true to his pedigree, the 2018 World Cup winner turned the tide in the second half of the season — delivering consistent match-winning displays and world-class goals.
His blistering pace, clinical finishing, and evolving partnership with Vinicius Jr. and Jude Bellingham have transformed Madrid’s attack into one of the most feared units in Europe.
More Than Just Goals
Beyond numbers, Mbappe’s debut season has reenergized the Real Madrid fanbase. His presence brings global attention, new commercial value, and a fresh generational icon for the post-Benzema era. At just 26 years old, he’s already being spoken of in the same breath as Madrid’s greatest forwards — and this is only the beginning.
The Start of a New Galáctico Era?
Breaking records is nothing new for Mbappe — but doing it in a pressure-cooker club like Real Madrid in his very first year speaks volumes about his mentality and ambition. If this debut season is a preview of what’s to come, Madridistas can start dreaming bigger again.
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