Kylian Mbappe Has Scored For Real Madrid In Five Conservative Games, He Is In Contention For the Spanish La Liga Golden Boot

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Real Madrid secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over Deportivo Alaves at Santiago Bernabéu on Tuesday, September 24, moving within one point of La Liga leaders Barcelona.

Meanwhile, Kylian Mbappe’s fifth league goal of the season has propelled him into contention for the Spanish La Liga Golden Boot.

Kylian Mbappe

The French forward has now scored in five consecutive games, joining Raphinha in second place on the La Liga top scorers list with five goals, just behind Robert Lewandowski’s six.

Lucas Vázquez opened the scoring for Real Madrid in the first minute, followed by Mbappe’s cleverly crafted goal. Rodrygo expanded Madrid’s lead after the interval, but late goals from Carlos Benavidez and Kike Garcia made for a tense 3-2 finish in favour of Madrid.

Following the victory, Carlo Ancelotti’s side has now recorded four consecutive league wins, extending their unbeaten league run to 39 games.

Here are the top scorers in La Liga 2024-2025:

Kylian Mbappe And Top Three

Robert Lewandowski (FC Barcelona) – 6 goals
Raphinha (FC Barcelona) – 5 goals
Kylian Mbappe (Real Madrid) – 5 goals
Ayoze Pérez (Villarreal CF) – 4 goals

Players with 3 goals

Dani Olmo (FC Barcelona)
Giovani Lo Celso (Real Betis)
Borja Iglesias (RC Celta)
Santi Ramírez (UD Las Palmas)
Iago Aspas (RC Celta)
Oihan Sancet (Athletic Club)
Javi Puado (RCD Espanyol)
Rodrygo (Real Madrid)
Lamine Yamal (FC Barcelona)
Vinícius Júnior (Real Madrid)

Players with 2 goals:

Christian Stuani (Girona FC)
Toni Martínez (Deportivo Alavés)
Úlez López (Rayo Vallecano)
Conor Gallagher (Atlético Madrid)
Juan Cruz (CD Leganés) and 14 others

Players with 1 goal

  • Endrick (Real Madrid)
  • Borja Mayoral (Getafe CF)
  • and 15 others

Kylian Mbappe to Undergo Tests for Thigh Discomfort

Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe is set to undergo medical tests within the next 24 hours after experiencing thigh discomfort during Tuesday’s match.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Mbappe suffered a knock to his thigh and requested substitution as a precautionary measure.

While initial assessments suggest it’s a minor issue, the club wants to confirm the extent of the injury.

Meanwhile, Coach Carlo Ancelotti downplayed concerns of injury scare: “He’s okay. He’s a little sore. He asked for the substitution to avoid problems.”

“He is already very well and so are we. The team has looked for many chances to score and I think the team is improving and that is good for us because the schedule is very demanding. We have started well after the break and we want to continue.”

However, the French forward will undergo evaluations within 24 hours to determine the severity of the injury.

What’s next for Kylian Mbappe and Real Madrid?

Real Madrid will closely monitor Mbappé’s condition to ensure his availability for upcoming matches, including the highly anticipated derby clash against Atletico Madrid that will come up on Sunday, September 29.

The Madrid derby will take place at Civitas Metropolitano with the kick-off set at 20:00 GMT.

Mbappe’s impressive scoring run at Real Madrid is proof that the French star is cementing his place among the best. Can he secure the La Liga Golden Boot? Share your thoughts in the comments section.

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