Mbappé Nears Golden Boot After Stellar Season at Real Madrid

Santiago Bernabéu, Spain — Kylian Mbappé, playing his first season with Real Madrid, is close to clinching the prestigious Golden Boot and the Pichichi trophy for top scorer in La Liga.

As of May 24, 2025, Mbappé has scored 31 goals in the league, holding a significant advantage over his closest rival, Robert Lewandowski, who has scored 25. With one game left in the season, fans anticipate whether he can secure a record-breaking 44 goals in total for the season, previously set in the 2023-24 campaign.

The determination to secure these trophies intensified when Mbappé scored twice in a crucial match against Real Sociedad. The match served as a litmus test as he aimed to surpass Viktor Gyökeres of Sporting CP, who netted 39 goals this season in Portugal.

Mbappé’s goal-scoring prowess has been notable, with his past performance showing consistency—31 of his 43 goals this season were scored in the league, and intriguingly, none were headers. He has also surpassed notable marks in history, proving himself to be among the top scorers in his debut season.

His situation is further complicated by rival Mohamed Salah, who is trailing just one goal behind. If Salah manages to score against Crystal Palace during the Premier League season finale, he could level the playing field. However, if the two players are tied in goals, the Golden Boot would go to Mbappé due to having played fewer minutes in the league.

Despite facing various challenges this season, including adjusting to a new team and position, Mbappé’s late-season sprint has positioned him as a future star of Real Madrid. His journey this year has not only demonstrated his talent but also sparked excitement about his potential achievements come next season.

With the World Club Cup looming, the urgency for Mbappé to recover from any setbacks is clear. Observers in the football world keenly anticipate his next moves and performances.