Mbappé Lights Up Madrid: Golden Boot Glory at the Bernabéu

Mbappé Clinches Golden Boot at the Bernabéu

The French star of Real Madrid celebrated winning the 2024-2025 Golden Boot in the Santiago Bernabéu stands, after finishing the season with 31 goals in 34 league appearances, the best tally in Europe last season.

He celebrated by posing with the trophy and receiving warm applause from Madrid fans ahead of the La Liga match against Valencia.

Mbappé also picked up La Liga's Player of the Month award for October, adding another personal milestone to a season that began with high expectations.

The achievement places him among Real Madrid legends who have won the prize since its 1967 inception.

Historically, Hugo Sánchez and Cristiano Ronaldo also set benchmarks for Madrid in this award era, with Ronaldo recording multiple Golden Boots including a 40-goal season in 2010-2011 and 48 goals in 2014-2015 for the club, before Ronaldo’s departure to Manchester United. This marks Mbappé’s first Golden Boot with Madrid, capping a remarkable chapter in his career so far.

Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez, in remarks to Mbappé, said: “Proud to have a player like you. This award is a reflection of your hard work and the values of this club.” Mbappé responded, “It’s a special moment; I’m grateful to my teammates and the fans for the support.”

“This is the start of something big,” Mbappé added. “I want to win the Golden Boot again and help Madrid write more history.”

Mbappé also spoke about his upbringing: born in Paris in 1998, the son of Wilfrid Mbappé, a coach of Cameroonian origin, and Fayza Lamari, a former handball player with Algerian roots. The blend of discipline and drive forged his path to the pinnacle of the sport.

Madrid’s Summer Mercato and La Liga Standings

Under new coach Xabi Alonso, Real Madrid embarked on a four-signing summer window for the 2025-2026 season: Dien Hoisen from Bournemouth, Trent Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool, Álvaro Careras from Benfica, and Franco Mastantuno from River Plate. Reported by Sports Mole, Madrid spent around £139.8 million on these additions.

In the domestic league, Real Madrid sit top of La Liga with 27 points from 9 wins and 1 loss (to Atlético Madrid). They’ve scored 22 goals across 10 games while conceding 10, holding a five-point lead over their arch-rivals Barcelona.

Barcelona, led by coach Hans Flick, have 22 points from 7 wins, a draw, and two defeats. They’ve scored 25 and conceded 12 in the same stretch. The title race remains open, with Madrid asserting their ambition to dominate the season.

“Madrid lead the way in quality and ambition,” Pérez reflected. “The team advances with a clear plan and a willingness to compete for every trophy.”

Mbappé concluded by acknowledging the squad’s depth: “The group here is incredible; we push each other every day, and I’m sure we’ll win many more titles this season.”

Mbappé’s story continues as one of Madrid’s defining narratives, a reminder that great teams win big when their stars stay hungry and the machine keeps turning. And hey, if the trophy keeps shining, maybe it should come with sunglasses for the glare—trophy lighting is serious business.

Mbappé: I’m grateful for the opportunity to be part of Real Madrid’s family, and I aim to keep this momentum going through 2026 and beyond. The Golden Boot is a symbol of trust, teamwork, and a dash of luck, and I plan to ride that wave as long as it lasts.

Punchline time: If Mbappé’s boots had a voice, they’d probably chant for a hat-trick every time they see a defender. Also, the trophy asked for a raise after all that running—smart move: even gold appreciates a little appreciation."

And now, for a lighter moment: Why did the footballer bring string to the match? To tie up the loose ends and keep his legacies neat—because Mbappé’s career already looks pretty well-bound.