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Kylian Mbappe Tasked with Breaking Cristiano Ronaldo's Record at Real Madrid

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Prince Jean

Jul 21, 2024

Kylian Mbappe wearing a white jersey with the 'Qatar Airways' logo, captured mid-air performing an acrobatic kick during a football match, with blurred players and a goalkeeper in the background.

Mbappe showcases his agility and athleticism in an impressive aerial maneuver

Kylian Mbappe has officially been unveiled as Real Madrid's latest signing, marking the end of years of transfer talks between the player and the club. The 25-year-old France international is widely regarded as the ideal successor to Cristiano Ronaldo at the Spanish giants, despite the impressive rise of Vinicius Junior.


Mbappe has always been vocal about his admiration for Ronaldo, considering the Portuguese star his idol. In a recent viral video shared by Al Nassr Zone on X, Mbappe's unveiling at Real Madrid closely mirrored Ronaldo's iconic 2009 presentation at the Santiago Bernabeu. Mbappe acknowledged that he mimicked Ronaldo's actions as a tribute to his mentor, according to Madrid Zone on X.


Mbappe's Impact and the Challenge Ahead

 Nigerian journalist Pedro Peter expressed his views on Mbappe's move to Real Madrid and its implications for the team. "Finally, we see the end of one of the most protracted transfer sagas of the 21st century with Kylian Mbappe's official unveiling in Madrid," he said.


Peter believes Mbappe's arrival will significantly bolster Carlo Ancelotti's squad, making Real Madrid an even more formidable force in La Liga and European competitions. "Mbappe's quality is close to that of Cristiano Ronaldo, and he will be eager to make an immediate impact," he added.


However, breaking Ronaldo's all-time scoring record of 450 goals will be an immense challenge for Mbappe. Peter explained, "To match that record, Mbappe would need to score 50 goals in nine consecutive seasons. It will be difficult, though not impossible, given Mbappe's elite finishing abilities."


The Path Forward for Mbappe

As Mbappe begins his journey with Real Madrid, all eyes will be on his performance and his ability to fill the shoes of his idol. The young forward's potential to become a Real Madrid legend is undeniable, but only time will tell if he can surpass Ronaldo's legendary achievements.

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