Kylian Mbappe’s recent hat-trick secured a crucial 3-0 victory for Real Madrid against Real Valladolid, but the French superstar is prioritizing team success over individual accolades. Mbappe’s primary focus is winning the LaLiga title, rather than celebrating personal milestones.
A Historic Hat-Trick
In just 19 LaLiga appearances for Real Madrid, Mbappe scored his first hat-trick, joining an elite group of players like Ruud van Nistelrooy, Gareth Bale, and Emmanuel Adebayor, who have achieved this feat in fewer games. Mbappe’s stellar performance has bolstered his goal tally to 15 league goals and 22 in all competitions this season.
Team Over Individual Success
Mbappe’s recent scoring spree, with eight goals in his last five matches, highlights his commitment to Real Madrid’s quest for the LaLiga title. Despite praise from teammates Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo for his goal-scoring prowess, Mbappe remains focused on the team’s overall success. He stated, “If I’m top scorer, great – I’ve done it a lot of times in my career – but winning the league is the most important thing for me.”
Real Madrid’s LaLiga Standings
The victory against Real Valladolid has positioned Real Madrid at the top of the LaLiga table with 49 points, four points ahead of Atletico Madrid, who recently drew 1-1 with Villarreal. Mbappe emphasized the importance of this win, especially in light of Atletico’s result, saying, “It was very important to win. After Atleti’s result, there was more pressure.”
In-Form Attacker
Since December, Mbappe has been one of the most prolific scorers in Europe’s top five leagues, with only Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak netting more goals (14) than Mbappe’s 13 in all competitions. Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti praised Mbappe as “the best centre-forward in the world,” further solidifying his status as one of the top attackers globally.
Adaptability and Commitment
Mbappe has demonstrated his versatility and dedication to the team by adapting to various attacking positions. He stated, “I can play in all three positions in attack. My adaptation is over for sure. I feel good, with my movements, and my teammates, you can see it on the pitch.”
