France international Kylian Mbappé has achieved a significant milestone, cementing his place among the most prolific modern goal-scorers. He has successfully reached 60 goals in a single calendar year.
Mbappé hit this remarkable mark during Real Madrid’s recent 1-1 draw in La Liga. His decisive finish brought his club tally for this calendar year to 53 goals. The remaining seven goals were scored while representing his national team, France.
Joining Football’s Elite
Before Mbappé, only three players this century had managed to surpass the 60-goal threshold. This exclusive group has largely been defined by the extraordinary brilliance of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Mbappé now joins this illustrious company, securing the sixth spot in the 21st-century rankings. Lionel Messi’s incredible 91 goals in 2012 remains an unparalleled record. Cristiano Ronaldo’s 69 goals in 2013 stands alongside Robert Lewandowski’s 69 in 2021. The Portuguese superstar also recorded 63 goals in 2014 and 61 in 2012. These figures once seemed unattainable. However, Mbappé’s recent surge has placed him firmly in conversations with the era’s most dominant attackers. Here’s a look at the elite 60-plus goal scorers in the 21st century:- 91 goals, 2012 – Lionel Messi
- 69 goals, 2013 – Cristiano Ronaldo
- 69 goals, 2021 – Robert Lewandowski
- 63 goals, 2014 – Cristiano Ronaldo
- 61 goals, 2012 – Cristiano Ronaldo
- 60 goals, this calendar year – Kylian Mbappé
Mbappé’s Current Form and Future Prospects
With five fixtures remaining before the year concludes, the 26-year-old forward still has an opportunity to climb even higher on this prestigious list. He currently leads the La Liga scoring chart with 14 goals. This impressive return has been crucial in helping Real Madrid maintain their strong performance through a demanding schedule of matches.About the Author
