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Lamine Yamal Overtakes Harry Kane in 2026 Ballon dOr Race

Lamine Yamal is now the leading contender for the 2026 Ballon d’Or, moving ahead of Harry Kane in The Independent’s power rankings.

The ceremony is set for London on October 25.

The Barcelona forward is top after a strong season for club and country.

He reportedly scored 24 goals and made 18 assists last season as Barcelona won LaLiga.

He has also scored eight goals in his first eight games this season.

His goal in Spain’s 3-2 Nations League win over England at Wembley added to his case.

Harry Kane is second.

He scored 61 goals in 51 games for Bayern Munich last season, helping them win the league and cup double.

He also scored six goals at the World Cup, where England had its best finish since 1966.

Kane says the decision is now out of his hands.

Kylian Mbappe is third.

He was the top scorer at the World Cup with 10 goals.

He also scored 42 goals in 44 games last season and has eight goals in his first eight games this season.

Rodri is fourth.

He was named the best player at the World Cup, but he has played little for Barcelona since returning from injury.

Lionel Messi is fifth.

He scored eight goals at the World Cup as Argentina reached the final, where they lost to Spain.

He has won the award eight times.

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Mbappe May Leave Real Madrid After Growing Unhappy

French journalist Daniel Riolo has said Kylian Mbappé might not stay at Real Madrid.

Riolo is seen as close to the Mbappé family, so his words have got a lot of attention.

Speaking in an online interview, Riolo said, “If he does not have the team he wants, it’s possible that he will leave.”

He added that he does not think Mbappé is happy with how things are going at Real Madrid this season.

Riolo was clear that this is his feeling about the situation, not hard news.

Mbappé still has two years left on his deal, which runs until June 2029.

So any move would most likely have to be agreed with the club or happen through a big transfer.

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La Liga: Real Madrid ease Bernabeu anger with 2-0 win over Levante

On a day of tension and discontent at the Santiago Bernabeu, Real Madrid returned to winning ways with a controlled La Liga victory over Levante.

Loud boos greeted the players as they walked out, setting the tone for a restless afternoon.

Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Junior and club president Florentino Perez were the main targets, and the hostile atmosphere fed into a subdued first-half display from the hosts.

Real Madrid struggled to break down Levante’s defence, while the visitors looked the more threatening, with Pablo Martinez twice firing narrowly wide.

La Liga: Real Madrid ease Bernabeu anger with 2-0 win over Levante
Mbappe opened scoring for Real Madrid – Getty image

Second-half changes shift grounds

Head coach Alvaro Arbeloa responded at half-time with tactical adjustments, introducing Arda Guler and Franco Mastantuono to inject urgency and creativity.

The changes paid off just over 10 minutes into the second half when Real Madrid were awarded a penalty after Kylian Mbappe was fouled by Adrian de la Fuente. Mbappe converted confidently from the spot to calm the stadium.

Seven minutes later, the hosts doubled their advantage. Guler delivered a pinpoint corner from the left, and Raul Asencio rose highest to head home, making it goals in successive Bernabeu appearances for the defender.

Control restored, points secured

With a two-goal cushion, Real Madrid managed the game efficiently. They created further chances, with Bellingham denied by a strong save from Mathew Ryan after being played through by Federico Valverde.

The Levante goalkeeper also kept out efforts from Vinicius Junior, who was clearly keen to respond to the crowd’s criticism.

While the overall performance lacked fluency, the result delivered what mattered most. The victory moves Real Madrid to within one point of Barcelona in the title race, with the league leaders set to play on Sunday.

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LaLiga: Mbappe masterclass drives Real Madrid past Athletic Club

Real Madrid delivered one of their most assertive performances of the season as Kylian Mbappe led a dominant 3-0 victory over Athletic Club at San Mamés.

With both managers under criticism, it was Xabi Alonso who walked away with a statement win, while Ernesto Valverde was left with more questions than answers.

Mbappé strikes early to set the Tone

The match opened with Madrid’s attacking trident in full flow. Trent Alexander-Arnold initiated the breakthrough with a pinpoint diagonal pass that found Mbappé in space.

The Frenchman surged past two defenders before rifling a decisive finish into the bottom corner.

LaLiga: Mbappé masterclass drives Real Madrid past Athletic Club
Mbappe was invoiced in all three goals for Real Madrid, scoring two and assisting one – Photo from RuriBarlow on X

Madrid repeatedly exposed Athletic’s defensive structure, with Mbappé, Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Junior all finding room between the lines.

Madrid were inches from doubling their lead when the post denied Mbappé, and Unai Simón later produced a strong save to stop another chance.

Thibaut Courtois, meanwhile, produced his trademark highlight moment by denying Álex Berenguer with an elite low stop.

Fluent team move doubles the lead

Real Madrid’s second goal was a showcase of fluid, high-tempo football. Bellingham, Vinicius and Álvaro Carreras combined intricately before the ball was worked to Alexander-Arnold.

The right-back delivered a measured cross that Mbappé headed across goal, leaving Eduardo Camavinga to apply a simple finish.

Athletic rally fizzles out as Mbappé strikes again

Athletic started the second half aggressively, forcing Courtois into another sharp save from Mikel Jauregizar.

But just as they began to grow into the match, Mbappé crushed any hopes of a comeback. Given time outside the box, he unleashed a venomous strike that left Simón helpless.

The goal effectively sealed the contest. Madrid dropped deeper and absorbed pressure, while Athletic struggled to break them down.

Injuries to Alexander-Arnold and Camavinga created minor concerns for Alonso, though neither appeared serious.

Simón was tested again by a long-range Fede Valverde strike, but the final stages were marked by a subdued San Mamés crowd, a clear acknowledgement that the game was out of reach.

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LaLiga: Mbappé matches Ronaldo record as Real Madrid star enters elite goal-scoring club

Kylian Mbappé has entered yet another rarefied Real Madrid bracket, joining Cristiano Ronaldo as the only players in club history to score more than 53 goals in a calendar year.

The milestone came on Sunday during Real Madrid’s La Liga clash with Girona, a match in which Xabi Alonso’s side were under considerable pressure after a stuttering run of form.

Mbappé delivers at a critical moment

Real Madrid trailed at halftime after Azzedine Ounahi punished them with a well-taken opener.

But when Vinícius Jr. earned a second-half penalty, Mbappé assumed responsibility, converting confidently to level the score and tilt momentum back toward the visitors.

Exclusive company with a club legend

According to La Liga statistician MisterChip, only two players have ever hit 53 or more goals in official competitions for Real Madrid within a single calendar year:

Cristiano Ronaldo (five times)

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Champions League: Mbappe Surpasses Ronaldo’s Record After Scoring Three Goals

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has broken Cristiano Ronaldo’s Champions League record after netting a hat-trick against Kairat in midweek.

The France captain opened the scoring for Real Madrid in the 25th minute from the spot after team-mate Franco Mastantuono was fouled in the box.

The 26-year-old then doubled his tally in the second half and completed his hat-trick in the 73rd minute of the encounter.

Mbappe’s three goals against Kairat mean the former Paris Saint-Germain star has now joined an exclusive group of six players who have scored 60 goals or more in Champions League history.

However, the 26-year-old reached the 60-goal mark in fewer games than some players who have more goals in the competition, including Cristiano Ronaldo.

Mbappe needed only 89 games to reach the 60-goal milestone, while it took Ronaldo 98 games to reach the same number.

The former Monaco attacker, however, is only behind the likes of Messi and Robert Lewandowski, who achieved the 60-goal mark in 80 and 85 games, respectively.

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UCL: Mbappé bags hat-trick as Real Madrid thrash Kairat Almaty 5-0

Real Madrid bounced back from their derby defeat to Atletico with a 5-0 thumping of Kairat Almaty in their Champions League league phase fixture at the Ortalyq Stadion.

Mbappé hat-trick leads the charge

The hosts nearly stunned Madrid in the opening seconds, but Thibaut Courtois denied a close-range header.

Madrid then took control, earning the breakthrough when Franco Mastantuono was fouled by teenage goalkeeper Sherhan Kalmurza. Kylian Mbappé converted the penalty with ease.

The Frenchman doubled the lead early in the second half with a delicate chip over Kalmurza, before completing his hat-trick in the 73rd minute after good work from Rodrygo and Arda Güler. It marked Mbappé’s fourth Champions League treble.

Camavinga and Díaz complete the rout

Eduardo Camavinga marked his return from injury with a well-taken header for Madrid’s fourth goal, while Brahim Díaz added a fifth in stoppage time, finishing off a pass from Gonzalo García.

The emphatic victory keeps Madrid’s Champions League campaign on track and restores confidence after their derby setback.

Xabi Alonso’s men now prepare to face Villarreal next in La Liga.

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Atletico Madrid 5-2 Real Madrid: Alvarez outshines Mbappe in chaotic derby

Atletico Madrid thrashed rivals Real Madrid 5-2 in a chaotic first derby of the season, with Julian Alvarez scoring twice to outshine Kylian Mbappe and expose Los Blancos’ defensive frailties.

Mbappe and Arda Guler were on target for Carlo Ancelotti’s side, but costly errors from Dean Huijsen and Eder Militao handed Atletico the initiative in a fiery contest at the Metropolitano.

Early drama and Madrid response

Robin Le Normand’s header gave Atletico the lead, but Real quickly turned the tide. Mbappe equalised after 25 minutes from Guler’s incisive pass before the youngster himself slotted past Jan Oblak to put Madrid ahead.

Madrid’s backline crumbled under pressure as Alexander Sorloth rose between Huijsen and Militao to nod home a leveller on the stroke of half-time, leaving Courtois stranded.

Alvarez takes control

Atleti regained the lead when Guler’s high boot caught Nico Gonzalez in the area, with Alvarez converting from the spot.

The Argentine then struck again with a sublime free-kick that dipped over the wall to make it 4-2.

Griezmann finishes the job

Antoine Griezmann capped off the rout in stoppage time with a precise finish into the bottom corner, sealing a memorable evening for Diego Simeone’s men and leaving Madrid to reflect on a defensive disaster.

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UCL: Mbappé brace secures Real Madrid win over Marseille

Real Madrid have kickstart their UEFA Champions League with a 2-1 win over Marseille at the Santiago Bernabéu on Tuesday night.

Club star, Kylian Mbappé scored twice from the penalty spot to cancel out Timothy Weah’s opener.

The French forward’s goals ensured Los Blancos avoided an upset against a spirited Marseille side, who played with belief in their first Champions League outing since 2023.

The result, however, was overshadowed by controversy after a late handball call went against the visitors.

Weah strikes first for Marseille

Marseille silenced the home crowd midway through the first half. Mason Greenwood created the opening, slipping a clever pass into the path of Weah, who calmly finished past Thibaut Courtois in the 22nd minute.

The goal sent the 4,000 travelling OM fans into celebration as Roberto De Zerbi’s men took a shock lead.

But Real responded fast. Minutes later, Rodrygo was brought down by Geoffrey Kondogbia inside the box, leaving the referee no choice but to award a penalty.

Mbappé stepped up and converted confidently in the 29th minute to restore parity.

Red card drama and late penalty

The match remained finely balanced after the break, with both sides creating chances. Marseille’s Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang went close, while Courtois was forced into saves from long range efforts.

The contest took a twist in the 65th minute when Real full-back Dani Carvajal was shown a straight red card for a headbutt on goalkeeper Gerónimo Rulli, leaving Madrid with ten men.

Marseille pressed for a winner, but their move was halted by a contentious decision.

In the 81st minute, Facundo Medina was penalised for handball inside the box, despite protests from OM players. Mbappé converted the resulting penalty for his second of the night, giving Madrid the lead.

Marseille fall short despite late push

In the closing stages, Marseille threw men forward in search of an equaliser. Greenwood came closest, blasting over from close range, but Real Madrid held on to secure all three points.

The victory puts Xabi Alonso’s side on course in Group Stage action, while Marseille will be left to rue the chances they couldn’t convert.

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I Don’t Want PSG to Win Champions League – Mbappe

Real Madrid forward, Kylian Mbappe has made a confession.
He revealed that he doesn’t want his former club, Paris Saint-Germain to win the UEFA Champions League this season.

According to Mbappe, he wants Real Madrid to win the Europe top-flight league ahead of PSG.

The France international, who left PSG for Real Madrid last summer transfer window, also wished the French Ligue 1 giants all the best in the Champions League.
Mbappe has never won the Champions League in his career so far.
The 25-year-old played in the 2020 Champions League final which Bayern Munich defeated PSG 1-0.
When asked if he wants his former PSG to win the Champions League, Mbappe told Clique TV:
“Do I want PSG to win UCL? Right now? No, I want to win with Madrid.
 
“But I wish them the best at PSG. I hope that one day they will win the Champions League.

“But not now, because I have to win a little (laughs).”

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