Mbappe Takes Early Lead in the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League Top Scorers

Mbappe Leads the 2025-26 Champions League Scorers

The new UEFA Champions League season 2025-2026 opened with thrilling fixtures and a flood of goals across Europe's elite clubs.

Paris Saint-Germain claimed last season's crown after a 5-0 final against Inter, and the early phase has already sparked a fierce race for the Golden Boot.

Rafinha (Barcelona) and Serhou Guirassy (Borussia Dortmund) are among the early pace-setters, while Kylian Mbappe has given Real Madrid a head start in the early standings.

Note: The opening rounds brought a mix of familiar giants and rising contenders, setting the stage for a memorable chase for the Golden Boot.

Key names and teams in the race

From Real Madrid to Barcelona, Inter, Dortmund, Juventus, Liverpool, Manchester City, Chelsea, Arsenal, Marseille and Slavia Prague, a wide array of clubs is represented in the early leaderboard. The profiles below capture the sense of a season that could hinge on a single decisive moment.

As the campaign unfolds, Mbappe's sharp strikes and a chorus of goals from across the continent keep fans guessing which player will seize the golden boot by season's end.

The opening rounds hint at a season where top clubs mix with rising stars, and the race could hinge on a few decisive moments in the group stage.

And yes, if you’re counting goals at home, don’t blink—the net has a habit of swallowing a brace and then a victory lap.

Finally, remember: football is a simple game—12 players chasing a ball, and the referee chasing the rulebook with a GPS.