Kylian Mbappé is the talk of the town, particularly in Spanish media, and for good reason. The French superstar has kicked off his season in sensational style with Real Madrid. In a recent match against Kairat Almaty, he netted a stunning hat trick, bringing his tally to an impressive 13 of Madrid’s 23 goals this season.
Already proving to be indispensable, Mbappé showcases a lethal combination of speed, precision, and relentless pressing. He is solidifying his role as the unquestionable offensive leader under coach Xabi Alonso.
With a staggering 15 goals across 11 matches in all competitions, including club and national team play, he is enjoying the finest start of his career.
In Madrid, the excitement is palpable. Tomas Roncero, editor-in-chief of the newspaper AS, has already named him the frontrunner for the Ballon d’Or 2026, stating that Mbappé currently has no rivals, not even rising star Lamine Yamal.
The pressure is on as fans rally behind their new number 9, who is taking Europe by storm and further cementing his reign.
Mbappé Stuns Madrid and Emerges as Ballon d’Or Favorite
However, it’s important to note that the season is still long. By the conclusion of the 2025/2026 campaign, the World Cup will be a pivotal moment. If the French national team brings home the trophy with an electrifying Mbappé on display, the Ballon d’Or might be his to lose.
Achieving back-to-back French winners would be unprecedented and a significant setback for Lamine Yamal, who dreams of lifting that heavy trophy himself.
As the season unfolds, all eyes will remain on Mbappé. With every match, he not only raises the stakes for himself but also for his competitors. But it could be a second consecutive Ballon d’Or for France in row. A first.
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