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Mbappe set to DOMINATE World Cup as Real Madrid struggles SURGE

Kylian Mbappe shines at Real Madrid despite club turbulence, eyeing World Cup glory with France. A star on the rise! 🌟

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Martina Mincheva
Feb 9, 2026
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Kylian Mbappé in Real Madrid’s white kit raising his arm during a match, with a teammate in the foreground and a blurred crowd behind.

Real Madrid's season has been anything but smooth. The squad has shown signs of vulnerability that contrast sharply with their usual dominance, and a mid-season coaching switch saw Xabi Alonso replaced by Alvaro Arbeloa in a bid to steady the team.

Through all this instability, Mbappe has been the steady force. Despite the tactical experiments, mounting criticism, and the team still searching for its best form, the French forward has maintained his exceptional standards.

In the recent match against Valencia, Mbappe netted his 23rd goal in 22 La Liga outings, highlighting his incredible scoring consistency. When considering all tournaments, his 38 goals in just 31 appearances translate to an impressive rate of 1.23 goals per game—statistics that place him among Real Madrid’s greats.

But goal-scoring is just one aspect of his contribution. His blistering speed, incisive shots, and sharp connection with teammates make him the centerpiece of Madrid’s offense.

His performances haven’t gone unnoticed. In January, Mbappe earned the Mahou Five-Star Player of the Month award, reflecting his pivotal role in driving Madrid’s pursuit of excellence.

Looking ahead to the World Cup, Mbappe carries a burning desire to correct past disappointments. Although he lifted the trophy in 2018, the sting of losing the 2022 final still lingers despite his outstanding efforts.

He stands as France’s second-highest scorer with 55 goals in 94 appearances, just shy of Olivier Giroud’s record by two goals. This blend of experience and determination bodes well for Les Bleus as they aim for another run at football’s grandest tournament.

Mbappe’s ability to perform on the biggest stage is undeniable—twelve goals across two World Cups, including four in finals, with a standout hat-trick in the 2022 Qatar final.

With his club form at its peak and a wealth of international experience behind him, Mbappe looks poised to once again spearhead France’s campaign, eager to rewrite history in his favor.