Cristiano Ronaldo congratulated Kylian Mbappé after the forward equaled his Real Madrid record of 59 goals in a single calendar year during a birthday win against Sevilla.
Kylian Mbappé celebrated his 27th birthday in historic fashion by equaling Cristiano Ronaldo’s Real Madrid record for the most goals scored in a calendar year.
During a 2-0 victory over Sevilla at the Santiago Bernabéu, the French forward converted a late penalty to reach 59 goals in 2025.
The milestone matches the prolific haul set by Ronaldo in 2013, further solidifying Mbappé’s status as the cornerstone of the club’s modern era.
Following the goal, Mbappé paid tribute to his childhood hero by performing Ronaldo’s iconic “Siu” celebration.
Explaining the gesture, the forward stated, “It’s incredible, in my first year to do what Cristiano did. My idol, the best player in the history of Real Madrid… My celebration is for him.”
Mbappé emphasized that the Portuguese legend has acted as a mentor, offering crucial advice to help him adapt to the demands of the club.
Cristiano Ronaldo quickly acknowledged the achievement, reacting on social media to congratulate the forward on reaching the 59-goal landmark.
This public validation highlights a deepening bond between the two stars, with Ronaldo transitioning from a distant idol to a trusted confidant.
As Mbappé closes 2025 at the peak of his powers, he remains focused on collective glory, noting, “The really important thing is to win titles with Real Madrid.”