Kylian Mbappé: The Fastest to 50 Goals at Real Madrid Since Ronaldo?
Kylian Mbappé reaches 50 goals for Real Madrid in just 64 games, yet he still trails behind some legendary players in the club's history.

Kylian Mbappé has once again proven his worth on the grand stage, scoring twice in Real Madrid's comeback victory against Marseille in the Champions League. Despite playing with 10 men after Dani Carvajal's dismissal, Madrid triumphed 2-1, with Mbappé converting two penalties to secure the win. This marked his sixth goal in five games this season and his 50th since joining the club in July 2024.
Mbappé reached this milestone in just 64 appearances, making him the fastest to 50 goals since Cristiano Ronaldo. However, he is still far from the club's all-time record. Legends like Ronaldo Nazário, Hugo Sánchez, Karim Benzema, and Raúl González took significantly longer to reach the same mark. Even his strike partner, Vinícius Júnior, needed 202 games to hit 50 goals.
Here’s a look at the top five players who reached 50 goals for Real Madrid in the fewest games:
- Fernando Sañudo (47 games): A prolific striker who scored 50 goals between 1934 and 1936, Sañudo is remembered for his four goals in an 8-2 victory over Barcelona.
- Gaspar Rubio (49 games): Rubio achieved his 50 goals over two stints with the club, showcasing his consistency in front of goal.
- Cristiano Ronaldo (54 games): The modern-day legend hit 50 goals in just 54 games, setting a high bar for future stars.
- Alfredo Di Stéfano (56 games): A symbol of Madrid’s golden era, Di Stéfano’s 50 goals came during his dominant 1950s campaign.
- Ferenc Puskás (56 games): The Hungarian maestro joined forces with Di Stéfano, scoring 50 goals in the same number of games.
Mbappé’s achievement is remarkable, but he still has a long way to go to match the legends of Real Madrid.