History of Kylian Mbappé in Timeline
Kylian Mbappé is a French professional footballer renowned for his exceptional pace, dribbling skills, and clinical finishing. He plays as a forward for Real Madrid and captains the France national team. Mbappé is considered one of the best players globally, showcasing his talent on both club and international stages.
2 hours ago : Mbappe and Dembele spearhead France's star-studded attack in the World Cup squad announcement.
France announced their World Cup squad led by Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé. Key players like Camavinga and Kolo Muani were notably absent from the roster, with Rayan Cherki included.
1950: Youngest to score 100 goals for a French Team
On December 12, 2021, the 22-year-old Mbappé scored twice against Monaco in Ligue 1, becoming the youngest player to score 100 goals for a single top-level French team since Opta began recording data during the 1950–51 season.
1958: Second Teenager to Score Two Goals in a World Cup Match
On 30 June 2018, Mbappé was the second teenager to score two goals in a World Cup match after Pelé in 1958.
1964: Youngest player to score 400 career goals
Mbappé is the youngest player to score 400 career goals since Pelé in 1964.
1985: First competitive hat-trick for France
On 13 November 2021, Mbappé scored four times in an 8–0 win over Kazakhstan during the 2022 World Cup qualifiers. It was his first hat-trick in an international match, as well as the first competitive hat-trick for France since 1985.
1994: Thierry Henry Record
In 2015, Mbappé broke Thierry Henry's 1994 record, becoming Monaco's youngest-ever first-team player.
1996: Comparisons to Ronaldo
Former France international player Nicolas Anelka said that Mbappé's ability to run at defenses reminded him of Ronaldo's performances at the 1996 Olympics.
December 1998: Birth in Paris
In December 1998, Kylian Mbappé Lottin was born in the 19th arrondissement of Paris. He was raised in Bondy, Seine-Saint-Denis, a northeastern suburb of Paris.
December 1998: Kylian Mbappé Born
In December 1998, Kylian Mbappé Lottin was born. He is a French professional footballer known for his exceptional skills and is regarded as one of the best players in the world.
2012: Caen's Inability to Afford Mbappé
In 2012, Caen tracked Mbappé for three years, but their relegation from Ligue 1 and failure to win promotion meant they could not afford to sign him, illustrating the financial constraints impacting club transfers.
July 2013: Joined Monaco's Youth Academy
In July 2013, at the age of 14, Mbappé joined the youth academy of Monaco, choosing them despite interest from Real Madrid.
October 2015: Promotion to Monaco's Main Squad
In October 2015, Leonardo Jardim promoted Mbappé to Monaco's main squad after just three weeks in the reserve team, recognizing his exceptional skill and maturity.
2015: Senior Club Career Begins with Monaco
In 2015, Mbappé began his senior club career with Monaco, marking the start of his professional journey.
February 2016: First Goal for Monaco's First Team
On February 20, 2016, Mbappé scored his first goal for Monaco's first team, becoming the youngest first-team goalscorer in the club's history.
July 2016: UEFA European Under-19 Championship Victory
In July 2016, Mbappé scored five times for France as they won the 2016 UEFA European Under-19 Championship. His two goals in a 3–1 victory over Portugal in the semi-finals had helped his team reach the final. He was included in the competition's Team of the Tournament.
December 2016: First Hat-Trick for Monaco
On December 14, 2016, Mbappé scored the first hat-trick of his first-team career in a 7–0 win over Rennes in the Coupe de la Ligue round of 16.
2016: Ligue 1 Title with Monaco
During the 2016-17 season, Mbappé won the Ligue 1 title with Monaco, showcasing his early success in professional football.
2016: League 1 Title
Mbappé ended the 2016–17 season with 26 goals from 44 matches in all competitions, as Monaco won the Ligue 1 title.
March 2017: First Call-Up to French Senior Squad
In March 2017, Mbappé received his first call-up to the French senior squad to face Luxembourg.
September 2017: PSG Debut
On September 8, 2017, Mbappé made his PSG debut, scoring a goal in a 5–1 Ligue 1 win over Metz.
2017: Senior Debut for France
In 2017, Mbappé made his senior debut for the France national team, marking his entry into international football.
2017: Partnership with Nike
In 2017, Mbappé partnered with Nike to launch his signature football boots, the Kylian Mbappé Nike Hypervenom 3.
2017: Awarded the Golden Boy
In 2017, Mbappé was awarded the Golden Boy award, recognizing him as one of the most promising young talents in football.
2017: Signed with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG)
In 2017, at the age of 18, Mbappé signed with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) for €180 million, making him the second-most-expensive player of all time.
February 2018: Meeting with Macron and Infantino about sports development in Africa
In February 2018, Mbappé, George Weah, and Didier Drogba met with French President Emmanuel Macron and FIFA President Gianni Infantino to discuss a sports development project in Africa, emphasizing Mbappé's commitment to African sports due to his heritage.
July 2018: Received Number 7 Shirt at PSG
In July 2018, Mbappé was given the number 7 shirt for the upcoming season with PSG, signifying his growing importance to the team.
2018: Kopa Trophy and UEFA Team of the Year
In 2018, Mbappé received the Kopa Trophy and was named in the UEFA Team of the Year, acknowledging his outstanding performances.
2018: Unveiling Nike Mercurial Superfly VI boots and Hublot ambassadorship
In 2018, Mbappé unveiled the Nike Mercurial Superfly VI boots, inspired by Ronaldo's R9 Mercurial boots. In the same year, Hublot signed Mbappé as a brand ambassador.
2018: CIES ranks Mbappé as world's most expensive player
In 2018, the CIES (International Centre for Sports Studies) considered Mbappé the world's most expensive player based on transfer value.
2018: Mbappé discusses sacrifices for football development
In a 2018 interview with Time, Mbappé discussed the sacrifices he made as a teenager to focus on his football development, missing out on normal adolescent experiences.
2018: Mbappe scores at 2018 FIFA world cup finals
Mbappé scored a goal in the 2018 World Cup final.
2018: 2018 World Cup
Mbappé was called up to the France squad for the 2018 World Cup in Russia. On 21 June 2018, he scored his first World Cup goal in a 1–0 win over Peru, becoming the youngest French goalscorer in World Cup history. On 30 June, he scored twice and was named man of the match in a 4–3 win over Argentina. On 15 July, he scored a goal in the World Cup final as France defeated Croatia 4–2. He received the FIFA World Cup Best Young Player Award, having scored four goals in the tournament.
2018: Comparisons to Pelé
Mbappé's talent and performances for France at the 2018 World Cup led him to be compared to Pelé in the media.
2018: First senior international goal
On 31 August, 2018, Mbappé scored his first senior international goal in a 2018 World Cup qualification match against the Netherlands.
January 2019: Donation to Emiliano Sala search mission
In January 2019, Mbappé donated $34,000 to a crowdfunding campaign to fund a private search for missing football player Emiliano Sala, whose aircraft disappeared over the English Channel.
January 2019: Hat-Trick Against Guingamp
On January 19, 2019, Mbappé scored a hat-trick in a 9–0 win over Guingamp, showcasing his scoring prowess.
June 2019: Contract with Monaco
On March 6, 2016, Mbappé signed his first professional contract with Monaco, which kept him with the club until June 2019.
August 2019: Trophée des Champions Win
On August 3, 2019, Mbappé scored in a 2–1 win over Rennes to capture the Trophée des Champions, his first title of the 2019–20 season.
2019: Domestic Quadruple with PSG
During the 2019–20 season, Mbappé contributed to PSG winning a domestic quadruple, further solidifying his impact on the team.
2019: Shortlisted for Laureus World Sportsman of the Year
Mbappé's performances at the club and international level saw him shortlisted for the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year award in 2019.
May 2020: Ligue 1 Champions After Season Cut Short
On May 1, 2020, PSG were crowned Ligue 1 champions after the season was cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with Mbappé finishing as joint-top scorer.
September 2020: COVID-19 Positive Test
In September 2020, Mbappé tested positive for COVID-19, which sidelined him for a month.
September 2020: Return After COVID-19
On September 20, 2020, Mbappé returned to play after contracting COVID-19, scoring a goal in a 3–0 win against Nice.
2020: UEFA Champions League Final with PSG
In 2020, Mbappé helped lead PSG to its first-ever UEFA Champions League final, marking a significant achievement for the club.
2020: Fastest Player in the World
In 2020, Mbappé was named the fastest player in the world by the French newspaper Le Figaro.
February 2021: Champions League Hat-Trick
On February 16, 2021, Mbappé scored a Champions League hat-trick, becoming PSG's third-highest scorer.
August 2021: Booed by Spectators Amidst Transfer Rumors
On August 14, 2021, prior to PSG's opening home match of the 2021–22 season against Strasbourg, Mbappé was booed by spectators amidst rumors of a potential transfer to Real Madrid, reflecting tensions surrounding his future.
October 2021: UEFA Nations League Victory
In the UEFA Nations League semi-final on 7 October 2021, Mbappé contributed a goal and an assist as France defeated Belgium 3–2, marking his 50th appearance for the French national team. Three days later, in the final against Spain, Mbappé scored the winning goal to give France a 2–1 victory and their first Nations League title. With two goals and two assists in the Nations League Finals, Mbappé was awarded the competition's Golden Boot, known as the "Alipay Top Scorer Trophy."
November 2021: Four Goals Against Kazakhstan
On 13 November 2021, Mbappé scored four times in an 8–0 win over Kazakhstan during the 2022 World Cup qualifiers. It was his first hat-trick in an international match, as well as the first competitive hat-trick for France since 1985.
November 2021: Mbappé becomes godfather to baby pandas at Beauval Zoo
On 19 November 2021, Mbappé and Zhang Jiaqi became godfather and godmother to two baby pandas at Beauval Zoo, as part of a campaign to raise awareness about the species.
December 2021: Mbappé becomes brand ambassador for Dior
In December 2021, Mbappé became a brand ambassador for Dior, initiating a two-year partnership.
2021: Ligue 1 Top Scorer and Assist Provider
During the 2021–22 season, Mbappé became the first player to finish as both Ligue 1 top scorer and top assist provider, showcasing his versatility and impact on the league.
July 2022: Mbappé informs PSG of his decision to not renew contract.
According to Mbappé, the club had been informed about his decision since July 2022, regarding the decision not to renew his contract with PSG.
October 2022: Champions League Draw and PSG Goalscoring Record
On 11 October 2022, Mbappé scored a penalty kick in a 1–1 Champions League draw against Benfica, becoming PSG's leading goalscorer in European competitions with 31 goals. Media reports also surfaced in October 2022, suggesting Mbappé wanted to leave PSG during the January transfer window, which he denied.
December 2022: World Cup Final Hat-Trick and Golden Boot
During the World Cup final on 18 December 2022, Mbappé became the second player in history to score a hat-trick in a World Cup final. He won the tournament's Golden Boot with eight goals, and became the sixth all-time top goalscorer in World Cup history with twelve goals. Having scored a goal in the 2018 final, Mbappé also became the top goalscorer in World Cup finals, with four goals.
2022: Best French Player Ever?
Former French international Rio Mavuba remarked that if Mbappé had won the 2022 World Cup "he'd probably be the best French player (ever)". During the same World Cup, Fox Sports deemed Mbappé one of the "World Cup's all-time greats" and "the best player in the world".
2022: Runner-up for The Best FIFA Men's Player
In 2022, Mbappé was the runner-up for The Best FIFA Men's Player award, highlighting his continued recognition as a top footballer.
January 2023: Five Goals in Coupe de France Match
On 23 January 2023, Mbappé became the first PSG player to score five goals in a match, including a ten-minute hat-trick, in a 7–0 victory over Pays de Cassel in the Coupe de France round of 32.
March 2023: Named Captain of France
On 21 March 2023, Mbappé was named the new captain of France, succeeding Hugo Lloris. In his first match as captain, Mbappé led France to a 4–0 victory over the Netherlands, scoring two goals and assisting another.
June 2023: Decision Not to Renew PSG Contract
On 13 June 2023, Mbappé announced his decision not to renew his contract with PSG, set to expire in June 2024, stating that the club had been informed since July 2022. Mbappé also denied rumors about joining Real Madrid.
2023: Mbappé reaches over 100 million Instagram followers
By 2023, Mbappé had amassed over 100 million followers on Instagram, marking a significant milestone in his social media presence. He had over 50 million followers in 2018.
2023: Forbes ranks Mbappé among world's highest-paid athletes
In 2023, Forbes ranked Mbappé third on the list of the world's highest-paid athletes, and Sportico listed him as the fifth highest-paid athlete.
2023: Third Place Ballon d'Or and Time's 100 Influential People
In 2023, Mbappé finished third in the Ballon d'Or rankings, was named one of Time's 100 most influential people, and was listed by Forbes as one of the world's ten highest-paid athletes.
2023: Inclusion on Time's 100 Most Influential People List
In 2023, Mbappé was included on the Time list of the 100 most influential people in the world. His performances at the club and international level saw him shortlisted for the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year award in 2023.
2023: Trophée des Champions Victory
In the 2023 Trophée des Champions, Mbappé scored the second goal in a 2-0 victory over Toulouse, securing his first trophy of the season.
January 2024: Trophée des Champions Victory
On 3 January 2024, Mbappé scored in a 2–0 victory over Toulouse in the 2023 Trophée des Champions, securing his first trophy of the season. He also became the all-time top goalscorer at the Parc des Princes with 111 goals. Additionally, on 7 January 2024, Mbappé scored a hat-trick in a 9–0 win over Revel in the Coupe de France, becoming the club's all-time top scorer in the competition with 30 goals.
May 2024: Expressed Desire to Play for AC Milan
In May 2024, just days before his transfer to Real Madrid was announced, Mbappé expressed his continued admiration for AC Milan and a desire to play for them in the future.
June 2024: Contract Expiry
Mbappé's contract with PSG was set to expire in June 2024.
June 2024: Signs with Real Madrid
On 3 June 2024, Real Madrid announced that Mbappé had signed a five-year contract with the club. On 16 July, Mbappé was unveiled as a Real Madrid player at the Santiago Bernabéu, wearing the number 9 shirt.
July 2024: Coalition Capital Acquires Stake in Ligue 2 Football Club Caen
On 30 July 2024, Coalition Capital, a subsidiary of Mbappé's Interconnected Ventures, acquired Oaktree Capital Management's 80% stake in Ligue 2 football club Caen for €15 million.
August 2024: Real Madrid Debut
Mbappé made his debut for Real Madrid on 14 August 2024 in the 2024 UEFA Super Cup against Atalanta, scoring the second goal of a 2–0 win. He debuted in La Liga on 18 August, during a 1–1 draw against Mallorca.
October 2024: Swedish authorities launch investigation linked to Mbappé
In October 2024, following a visit Mbappé made to Stockholm, Swedish authorities initiated a rape and sexual harassment investigation against an unnamed individual, with media outlets linking Mbappé to the case.
2024: Contract Extension and Record Earnings
Despite transfer speculations, Mbappé extended his contract with PSG until 2024, becoming the highest-paid player in the world with a monthly wage of £4 million and a signing-on figure of £100 million. He finished as top scorer for the fourth consecutive time and the league's top assist provider.
2024: Forbes and Sportico rank Mbappé among world's highest-paid athletes
In 2024, Forbes ranked Mbappé sixth on its list of the world's highest-paid athletes, and Sportico listed him as the ninth highest-paid athlete.
2024: Joined Real Madrid
In 2024, Mbappé joined Real Madrid on a free transfer and won the Pichichi Trophy and his first European Golden Shoe in his debut season.
2024: Forbes List of Highest-Paid Athletes
In 2024, Mbappé was listed by Forbes as one of the world's ten highest-paid athletes, reflecting his significant earnings and market value.
2024: Euro 2024
In France's final group-stage match of Euro 2024, Mbappé scored his first-ever goal at the European Championships during a 1–1 draw against Poland, which allowed France to advance to the knockout stages. In the semi-finals, he set-up Randal Kolo Muani's opening goal in an eventual 2–1 defeat to Spain.
2024: Securing Qualification for UEFA Euro 2024
On 13 October 2023, Mbappé scored two goals in a 2–1 win over the Netherlands, securing qualification for UEFA Euro 2024.
January 2025: First Hat-Trick for Real Madrid
On 25 January 2025, Mbappé scored his first hat-trick for Real Madrid in a 3–0 victory over league opponents Real Valladolid. With five league goals in January, he was named La Liga Player of the Month.
2025: Ongoing ambassadorship with Dior
As of 2025, Mbappé's partnership as a brand ambassador for Dior is still ongoing, following its initial announcement in December 2021.
2025: Mbappé switches to number 10 shirt
For the 2025–26 season, Mbappé switched to the number 10 shirt. On 16 September, he scored his 49th and 50th goals for Madrid against Marseille in a 2–1 Champions League win, becoming the fastest player to achieve this feat for Madrid since Cristiano Ronaldo.
2025: Forbes ranks Mbappé among world's highest-paid athletes
In 2025, Forbes ranked Mbappé 16th on its list of the world's highest-paid athletes.
March 2026: Mbappé in a relationship with Ester Expósito
As of March 2026, Mbappé is in a relationship with the Spanish actress and model Ester Expósito.
2026: Securing Qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
On 9 September 2025, Mbappé became France's second all-time top goalscorer when he scored his 52nd international goal in a 2–1 victory over Iceland during a qualifying match for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. On 13 November, Mbappé scored twice in a 4–0 win against Ukraine, reaching 400 career goals and helping his country secure qualification for the World Cup.
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