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Kylian Mbappé

Mbappé with Paris Saint-Germain in 2022
Personal information
Full name	Kylian Mbappé Lottin
Date of birth	(1998-12-20) 20 December 1998 (age 27)
Place of birth	Paris, France
Height	1.80 m (5 ft 11 in)
Position(s)	Forward
Team information
Current team	Real Madrid
Number	10
Youth career
2004–2013	Bondy
2013–2015	Monaco
Senior career*
Years	Team	Apps	(Gls)
2015–2016	Monaco II	12	(4)
2015–2018	Monaco	41	(16)
2017–2018	→ Paris Saint-Germain (loan)	27	(13)
2018–2024	Paris Saint-Germain	178	(162)
2024–	Real Madrid	65	(56)
International career‡
2014	France U17	2	(0)
2016	France U19	11	(7)
2017–	France	97	(56)
Medal record Men's football Representing  France FIFA World Cup Winner 2018 Russia Runner-up 2022 Qatar UEFA Nations League Winner 2021 Italy Third 2025 Germany UEFA European Under-19 Championship Winner 2016 Germany
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*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:00, 23 May 2026 (UTC) ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22:40, 4 June 2026 (UTC)

Kylian Mbappé Lottin, born on December 20, 1998, is a famous French professional footballer. He plays as a forward for Real Madrid and is the captain of the French national team. Many people consider him one of the best players in the world. He is known for his incredible speed, amazing dribbling skills, and how well he scores goals.

Mbappé grew up in Bondy, near Paris. He started his professional club career with Monaco in 2015. With Monaco, he helped them win the Ligue 1 title in the 2016–17 season. In 2017, when he was just 18, Mbappé joined Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). This was a very big transfer, making him one of the most expensive teenage players ever. At PSG, he won six Ligue 1 titles and four French Cups. He also led PSG to their first-ever UEFA Champions League final in 2020. He became PSG's all-time top goalscorer.

In 2024, Mbappé moved to Real Madrid. In his first season, he won the Pichichi Trophy and his first European Golden Shoe, scoring many goals.

For his country, Mbappé first played for France in 2017. At the 2018 FIFA World Cup, he became the youngest French player to score in a World Cup and the second teenager, after Pelé, to score in a World Cup final. France won the tournament, and Mbappé was named the Best Young Player. He also helped France win the UEFA Nations League in 2021. At the 2022 FIFA World Cup, France reached the final again. Mbappé won the Golden Boot for scoring the most goals and set a new record for goals in World Cup finals. He is one of only two players to score in two World Cup finals in a row.

Mbappé has received many awards, including the Golden Boy in 2017 and the Kopa Trophy in 2018. He has been named Ligue 1 Player of the Year a record five times and was the top scorer in Ligue 1 for a record six seasons. He is recognized as one of the most influential people and highest-paid athletes in the world.

Growing Up and Early Life

Kylian Mbappé Lottin was born on December 20, 1998, in Paris, France. He grew up in a town called Bondy, which is a suburb of Paris.

Kylian's family has a strong connection to sports. His father, Wilfrid Mbappé, is a football coach. His mother, Fayza Lamari, was a talented handball player. Kylian has a younger brother, Ethan, who also plays football. He also has an older adopted brother, Jirès Kembo Ekoko, who used to be a professional footballer.

When he was a child, Kylian was very good at school. He started learning Spanish at 15 and became fluent in it. As a young boy, his favorite football team was Real Madrid. He also liked AC Milan. He looked up to many famous players like Zinedine Zidane, Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, and Thierry Henry. In 2024, before joining Real Madrid, he mentioned he still liked AC Milan.

Football Journey: Clubs and Triumphs

Starting Out in Football

Kylian Mbappé began playing football at just six years old with a local club called AS Bondy. His father was one of his first coaches! Later, he joined the famous INF Clairefontaine football academy, which helps young players become stars.

Many big clubs noticed his amazing talent. Teams like Real Madrid, Chelsea, and Liverpool all wanted to sign him. When he was 11, Real Madrid even invited him to train with their youth teams. At 14, he played a match for Chelsea's youth team in London.

Time at Monaco

In July 2013, when he was 14, Mbappé joined the youth academy of Monaco. Even though Real Madrid tried hard to sign him, Monaco managed to get him to sign a three-year contract.

Breaking Through and Winning the League (2015–2017)

Mbappé quickly showed how talented he was. In December 2015, he made his first team debut for Monaco in Ligue 1. He was only 16, making him Monaco's youngest-ever first-team player. This broke a record set by the legendary Thierry Henry. In February 2016, he scored his first goal, becoming Monaco's youngest goalscorer.

In December 2016, Mbappé scored his first hat-trick (three goals in one game) for Monaco. He scored another hat-trick in Ligue 1 the following February. By March, he had scored ten goals in the league, a feat not achieved by such a young player in 30 years.

In 2017, Mbappé scored two goals in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals against Borussia Dortmund. Monaco won that game and reached the semi-finals. He ended the 2016–17 season with 26 goals in 44 matches. Monaco won the Ligue 1 title that season, a huge achievement!

Joining Paris Saint-Germain

On August 31, 2017, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) signed Mbappé from Monaco. This was a loan deal that later became a permanent transfer for a very large amount of money. This made him the most expensive teenager in football history. He wore the number 29 shirt when he first arrived in Paris.

Instant Success and Records (2017–2020)

Mbappé made his PSG debut in September 2017, scoring a goal in a 5–1 win. In the Champions League, he helped set up goals for his teammates Edinson Cavani and Neymar. By December, at 18, he had scored ten Champions League goals, becoming the youngest player to reach that milestone.

For the 2018–19 season, Mbappé switched to the number 7 shirt. He scored twice in his first game of the season. In October, he scored four goals in just 13 minutes in a 5–0 victory! In December, he won the first-ever Kopa Trophy, an award for the best under-21 player in the world. PSG won the Ligue 1 title, and Mbappé was named the Ligue 1 Player of the Year and the top goalscorer with 33 goals.

In August 2019, Mbappé helped PSG win the Trophée des Champions. In October, he scored a "perfect hat-trick" in a Champions League match. PSG won the Ligue 1 title again in May 2020. Mbappé finished as the joint-top scorer with 18 goals. He also helped PSG reach their first-ever Champions League final, though they lost 1–0 to Bayern Munich.

More Trophies and Contract Extension (2020–2022)

In December 2020, Mbappé scored his 100th goal for PSG. He became the youngest player in Champions League history to reach twenty goals. In March 2021, he surpassed Lionel Messi as the youngest player to reach 25 Champions League goals.

Left to right: Mbappé, Lionel Messi and Neymar playing against Marseille in Le Classique in October 2021

In April 2021, Mbappé scored two goals in a Champions League quarter-final win against Bayern Munich. PSG won the French Cup in May. He finished the Ligue 1 season as top scorer for the third time and was named Player of the Year.

In August 2021, some fans booed Mbappé because of rumors he wanted to join Real Madrid. Despite this, he continued to score many goals. In December, he became the youngest player to score 100 goals for a top French team since 1950.

In 2022, Mbappé extended his contract with PSG until 2024. He became one of the highest-paid players in the world. He finished the season as the top scorer for the fourth time and also provided the most assists in the league, a first in Ligue 1 history.

PSG's All-Time Top Scorer (2022–2024)

In October 2022, Mbappé became PSG's leading goalscorer in European competitions. In January 2023, he scored five goals in one match, including a hat-trick in just ten minutes! In March, he scored his 201st goal for PSG, becoming the club's all-time leading scorer. He won his fifth consecutive Ligue 1 top scorer award as PSG secured their 11th league title.

In June 2023, Mbappé announced he would not renew his contract, which was set to end in June 2024. After some discussions, he was brought back into the first team. In August, he scored his 150th Ligue 1 goal for PSG. In November, he scored his first hat-trick of the season.

In January 2024, Mbappé scored in the 2023 Trophée des Champions, becoming the all-time top goalscorer at the Parc des Princes stadium. A few days later, he scored another hat-trick in the Coupe de France, becoming PSG's all-time top scorer in that competition.

On May 10, 2024, Mbappé announced he would leave PSG at the end of the season. In his final match, PSG won the Coupe de France final. He finished his last season with PSG as the joint top scorer in the Champions League with 8 goals.

Joining Real Madrid

On June 3, 2024, La Liga club Real Madrid announced that Mbappé had signed a five-year contract. This move was highly anticipated for seven years! He said, "It's a dream come true. So happy and proud to join the club of my dreams." On July 16, Mbappé was officially presented as a Real Madrid player at the Santiago Bernabéu stadium, wearing the number 9 shirt. About 80,000 fans came to see him.

Record-Breaking Debut Season (2024–2025)

Mbappé made his debut for Real Madrid on August 14, 2024, in the 2024 UEFA Super Cup, scoring a goal in a 2–0 win. He played his first La Liga game on August 18. On September 1, he scored his first two La Liga goals. Later that month, he scored his first Champions League goal for Real Madrid. In December, he scored his 50th Champions League goal, becoming the second-youngest player to reach this milestone after Lionel Messi.

On January 25, 2025, Mbappé scored his first hat-trick for Real Madrid in a 3–0 league victory. He was named La Liga Player of the Month for January. In February, he scored another Champions League hat-trick against Manchester City, helping his team advance.

On May 11, Mbappé scored a hat-trick in an El Clásico match against Barcelona. This brought his total to 39 goals for Real Madrid, breaking a record for most goals by a Real Madrid player in their debut season. In his next game, he set a new record for most goals in a debut La Liga season for Real Madrid. Mbappé finished his first La Liga season with 31 goals in 34 games, winning the Pichichi Trophy and his first European Golden Shoe. He was named Real Madrid's Player of the Season on May 28.

Continuing to Shine (2025–2026)

For the 2025–26 season, Mbappé changed his shirt number to 10. In September, he scored his 49th and 50th goals for Real Madrid, becoming the fastest player to reach this milestone for the club since Cristiano Ronaldo. In November, Mbappé scored four goals in a Champions League match, including the second-fastest hat-trick in the competition's history, completed in just six minutes and 42 seconds.

In December, he scored a goal that equaled Cristiano Ronaldo's record of 59 goals in a calendar year for Real Madrid. He finished the 2025–26 season with 25 La Liga goals, winning his second Pichichi Trophy. He was also the top scorer in the UEFA Champions League with 15 goals.

International Career with France

Youth and Senior Debut (2014–2018)

In July 2016, Mbappé scored five goals for the French Under-19 team, helping them win the 2016 UEFA European Under-19 Championship. His two goals in the semi-finals against Portugal were crucial. He was chosen for the tournament's Team of the Tournament.

Mbappé received his first call-up to the French senior squad in March 2017. In August, he scored his first goal for the national team in a World Cup qualification match against the Netherlands.

FIFA World Cup Triumph (2018–2021)

Mbappé holding the World Cup trophy after France won the 2018 World Cup final

Mbappé was part of the French squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. On June 21, he scored his first World Cup goal against Peru, becoming the youngest French goalscorer in World Cup history. On June 30, he scored two goals in a thrilling 4–3 win over Argentina, earning him the Player of the Match award. He was only the second teenager, after Pelé, to score two goals in a World Cup match.

On July 15, Mbappé scored a goal in the World Cup final as France defeated Croatia 4–2. He became the second teenager, after Pelé, to score in a World Cup final. With four goals in the tournament, he received the FIFA World Cup Best Young Player Award.

In June 2019, Mbappé scored his 100th career goal in a qualifier for UEFA Euro 2020. The tournament was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In September 2020, Mbappé tested positive for COVID-19. In May 2021, he was included in France's squad for Euro 2020. France reached the Round of 16, but lost to Switzerland in a penalty shoot-out, where Mbappé missed the decisive penalty.

Nations League Title and Second World Cup Final (2021–2023)

In the UEFA Nations League semi-final on October 7, 2021, Mbappé scored a goal and assisted another as France beat Belgium 3–2. This was his 50th game for the French national team. Three days later, in the final against Spain, Mbappé scored the winning goal, giving France their first Nations League title. He won the competition's Golden Boot award.

On November 13, 2021, Mbappé scored four goals in an 8–0 win over Kazakhstan during World Cup qualifiers. This was his first hat-trick for France. During the group stage of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, Mbappé scored both goals in a 2–1 victory over Denmark, helping France advance.

In the World Cup final on December 18, 2022, Mbappé became only the second player in history to score a hat-trick in a World Cup final. He scored two quick goals to bring France back into the game, and then another penalty in extra time to make it 3-3. France eventually lost in a penalty shoot-out. Mbappé won the tournament's Golden Boot with eight goals. He also became the top goalscorer in World Cup finals history with four goals.

Captaincy and 400 Career Goals (2023–Present)

On March 21, 2023, Mbappé was named the new captain of France. In his first match as captain, he led France to a 4–0 victory over the Netherlands, scoring two goals. On June 19, he scored his 40th goal for France. On October 13, Mbappé scored two goals against the Netherlands, securing qualification for UEFA Euro 2024. On November 18, he scored a hat-trick and provided three assists in a huge 14–0 win over Gibraltar, France's largest-ever victory. These goals brought him to 300 total career goals and made him France's third all-time top scorer.

In France's final group-stage match of Euro 2024, Mbappé scored his first-ever goal at the European Championships in a 1–1 draw against Poland, which allowed France to move to the knockout stages. In the semi-finals, he assisted a goal in a 2–1 defeat to Spain.

On June 8, 2025, Mbappé scored his 50th goal for France during a 2–0 victory over Germany in the 2025 UEFA Nations League Finals third-place play-off. On September 9, he became France's second all-time top goalscorer with his 52nd international goal. On November 13, Mbappé scored twice in a 4–0 win against Ukraine, reaching 400 career goals and helping his country qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Mbappé is the youngest player to score 400 career goals since Pelé in 1964.

Player Profile: Skills and Style

Mbappé's movement is often highlighted as one of his most important assets.

Mbappé is a very versatile forward, meaning he can play in different attacking positions. He often plays as a winger on either side of the field because he is good with both feet. He can cut inside from the left wing to shoot with his strong right foot, or create chances and assist teammates from the right. He can also play in the middle as a main striker because he is calm, finishes well, and has a great eye for goal.

He is a very skillful player, known for his amazing dribbling ability. He has incredible acceleration, agility, and quick feet. His first touch on the ball is excellent, and he is very creative. He uses fancy moves like step overs and sudden changes of pace to get past defenders. Mbappé is highly praised for his speed and how well he controls the ball while running fast. His smart movement and tactical understanding allow him to find open spaces and break through defenses, making him a dangerous player on counter-attacks.

Early in his career, Mbappé was compared to many football legends. People like Arsène Wenger said he had similar qualities to Thierry Henry. His talent at the 2018 World Cup led to comparisons with Pelé. Former French player Nicolas Anelka said Mbappé's way of running at defenses reminded him of Ronaldo (the Brazilian legend).

Legacy and Influence

Mbappé is widely considered one of the best players of his generation. Many believe he has been the best player in the world since the dominance of Messi and Ronaldo began to fade. His achievements and how quickly he developed have earned him much praise. Dutch player Stefan de Vrij called Mbappé his toughest opponent. After the 2022 World Cup, some even suggested he could be the best French player ever. In 2020, a French newspaper named him the fastest player in the world.

In 2023, Mbappé was included in Time magazine's list of the 100 most influential people in the world. He has also been listed by Forbes as one of the world's highest-paid athletes.

Sponsorships and Business Interests

Mbappé has a sponsorship deal with Nike. In 2017, he launched his own signature football boots with the brand. He also became a brand ambassador for the Swiss watchmaker Hublot in 2018. In December 2021, Mbappé became a brand ambassador for Dior.

In July 2024, Mbappé's company, Interconnected Ventures, bought an 80% share in the French football club Caen.

Mbappé has been featured in EA Sports' FIFA video game series. His famous goal celebration, where he poses with his arms folded, was inspired by his younger brother Ethan. Ethan would celebrate this way when he beat Kylian in FIFA video games. Mbappé appeared on the cover of FIFA 21, FIFA 22, and FIFA 23.

Philanthropy

On February 22, 2018, Mbappé met with French president Emmanuel Macron and FIFA president Gianni Infantino to discuss a sports development project in Africa. Mbappé said that developing sports in Africa is important to him because of his parents' African heritage.

In January 2019, Mbappé donated money to help fund a search mission for football player Emiliano Sala, whose plane went missing. Sala's body was later found. Mbappé also donated money to help search for the plane's pilot.

In November 2021, Mbappé and Chinese diver Zhang Jiaqi became godparents to two baby pandas at Beauval Zoo. This was part of a campaign to raise awareness about protecting these animals.

Personal Life

In a 2018 interview, Mbappé spoke about the sacrifices he made as a teenager to focus on football. He mentioned not having a "normal" adolescence, like going out with friends. He said his life completely changed after he became famous. By 2023, he had over 100 million followers on Instagram. Mbappé is a practicing Christian and can speak French, English, and Spanish fluently.

As of March 2026, Mbappé is in a relationship with the Spanish actress and model Ester Expósito.

Career statistics

Club

International

Honours

Mbappé holding his award for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Best Young Player

Monaco

• Ligue 1: 2016–17
• Coupe de la Ligue runner-up: 2016–17

Paris Saint-Germain

• Ligue 1: 2017–18, 2018–19, 2019–20, 2021–22, 2022–23, 2023–24
• Coupe de France: 2017–18, 2019–20, 2020–21, 2023–24; runner-up: 2018–19
• Coupe de la Ligue: 2017–18, 2019–20
• Trophée des Champions: 2019, 2020, 2023
• UEFA Champions League runner-up: 2019–20

Real Madrid

• UEFA Super Cup: 2024
• FIFA Intercontinental Cup: 2024
• Copa del Rey runner-up: 2024–25
• Supercopa de España runner-up: 2025, 2026

France U19

• UEFA European Under-19 Championship: 2016

France

• FIFA World Cup: 2018; runner-up: 2022
• UEFA Nations League: 2020–21; third place: 2024–25

Individual

• European Golden Shoe: 2024–25
• UEFA Champions League top scorer: 2023–24, 2025–26
• Pichichi Trophy: 2024–25, 2025–26
• FIFA World Cup Golden Boot: 2022
• Ligue 1 Player of the Year: 2018–19, 2020–21, 2021–22, 2022–23, 2023–24
• Ligue 1 top goalscorer: 2018–19, 2019–20, 2020–21, 2021–22, 2022–23, 2023–24
• UEFA European Under-19 Championship Team of the Tournament: 2016
• Ligue 1 Young Player of the Year: 2016–17, 2017–18, 2018–19
• UNFP Ligue 1 Team of the Year: 2016–17, 2017–18, 2018–19, 2020–21, 2021–22, 2022–23, 2023–24
• UEFA Champions League Team of the Season: 2016–17, 2019–20, 2020–21, 2021–22
• Golden Boy: 2017
• FIFA World Cup Young Player Award: 2018
• FIFA World Cup Dream Team: 2018
• UEFA Team of the Year: 2018
• Kopa Trophy: 2018
• French Player of the Year: 2018, 2019, 2022–23, 2023–24
• FIFPRO World 11: 2018, 2019, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
• IFFHS Men's World Team: 2018, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2025
• Onze de Bronze: 2019
• Ligue 1 top assist provider: 2021–22
• Globe Soccer Best Player of the Year: 2021, 2024
• UEFA Nations League Finals Golden Boot: 2021, 2025 (shared)
• IFFHS World's Best Top Goal Scorer: 2022, 2025
• IFFHS World's Best Top Division Goal Scorer: 2025
• FIFA World Cup Silver Ball: 2022
• ESM Team of the Year: 2022–23, 2023–24
• The Athletic European Men's Team of the Season: 2023–24
• The Athletic Ligue 1 Team of the Season: 2023–24
• The Athletic Ligue 1 Player of the Season: 2023–24
• Gerd Müller Trophy: 2024 (shared)
• UNFP Best French Player Playing Abroad: 2024–25
• La Liga Team of the Season: 2024–25
• Real Madrid Player of the Season: 2024–25
• UNFP Ligue 1 Player of the Month: April 2017, March 2018, August 2018, February 2019, February 2021, August 2021, February 2022, November/December 2022, February 2023, October 2023, November 2023
• La Liga Player of the Month: January 2025, September 2025, October 2025

Orders

• Knight of the Legion of Honour: 2018

See also

In Spanish: Kylian Mbappé para niños

• List of association football families
• List of Paris Saint-Germain FC records and statistics
• France national football team records and statistics
• List of men's footballers with 50 or more international goals