Kylian Mbappe inched closer to matching Cristiano Ronaldo's historic Real Madrid scoring record as his two goals propelled Los Blancos to a 3-2 Copa del Rey victory against third-division side Talavera on Wednesday.
The French superstar netted his 57th and 58th goals of 2025, placing him just one strike behind Ronaldo's 59-goal calendar year tally set in 2013. Mbappe could potentially rewrite history when Real faces Sevilla in La Liga this weekend.
Match Highlights
- 42' - Mbappe converts penalty after Marcos Moreno handball
- 46' - Manuel Farrando own goal doubles Real's advantage
- 80' - Nahuel Arroyo pulls one back for Talavera
- 88' - Mbappe's long-range effort deflects in off keeper Gonzalez
- 90+2' - Gonzalo di Renzo scores consolation for hosts
Manager Xabi Alonso rotated heavily from Sunday's league win, resting stars like Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Jr. Despite controlling possession, Real needed Mbappe's clinical finishing to overcome their determined opponents.
The victory marks Real's third win in five matches, signaling improved form after Alonso faced scrutiny during a November slump. The Spanish giants now advance to the Copa del Rey last 16 while maintaining strong positions in La Liga (2nd) and the Champions League (7th in league phase).
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