Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Kylian Mbappé
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Kylian Mbappé made an impact.
Kylian Mbappé Lottin is a French professional footballer renowned as one of the world's best. Known for his exceptional dribbling, finishing, and speed, he currently plays as a forward for La Liga club Real Madrid and captains the France national team. His skills and achievements have solidified his place among the elite in the sport.
2012: Caen's inability to sign Mbappé
In 2012, Caen's relegation from Ligue 1 and subsequent failure to win promotion meant that they could not afford to sign Mbappé.
July 2013: Joined Monaco's Youth Academy
In July 2013, at the age of 14, Mbappé joined the youth academy of Monaco, signing a three-year contract.
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.
December 2015: First-Team Debut for Monaco
On December 2, 2015, Mbappé made his first-team debut for Monaco in a 1–1 Ligue 1 home draw against Caen, becoming Monaco's youngest-ever first-team player at 16 years and 347 days.
2015: Senior Club Career Debut
In 2015, Mbappé began his senior club career with Monaco.
February 2016: First Goal for Monaco
On February 20, 2016, Mbappé scored his first goal for Monaco's first team in a 3–1 league win over Troyes, becoming the youngest first-team goalscorer in Monaco's history at 17 years and 62 days.
March 2016: Signed First Professional Contract
On March 6, 2016, Mbappé signed his first professional contract, a three-year deal with Monaco until June 2019.
December 2016: First Hat-Trick for Monaco
On December 14, 2016, Mbappé scored his first hat-trick of his first-team career in a 7–0 home win over Rennes in the Coupe de la Ligue.
2016: 2016-17 Season Success
During the 2016-17 season, Mbappé scored 26 goals from 44 matches in all competitions and won the Ligue 1 title with Monaco.
2016: Ligue 1 Title with Monaco
In 2016, Mbappé won the Ligue 1 title with Monaco.
February 2017: First Ligue 1 Hat-Trick
On February 11, 2017, Mbappé scored the first Ligue 1 hat-trick of his career in a 5–0 home win over Metz.
March 2017: Mbappé Debuts for French Senior Squad
In March 2017, Kylian Mbappé received his first call-up to the French senior squad. On 25 March, he debuted against Luxembourg, coming on as a substitute in a 3–1 World Cup qualification victory.
September 2017: PSG Debut and First European Goal
In September 2017, Mbappé made his PSG debut in a Ligue 1 win against Metz and scored his first European goal for the club against Celtic.
2017: Senior Debut for France
In 2017, Mbappé made his senior debut for France at the age of 18.
2017: Partnership with Nike to launch football boots
In 2017, at the age of 18, Mbappé partnered with Nike to launch his own football boots, the Kylian Mbappé Nike Hypervenom 3, marking a significant endorsement deal early in his career.
2017: Signed with Paris Saint-Germain
In 2017, at the age of 18, Mbappé signed for Paris Saint-Germain on an eventual permanent transfer worth €180 million.
February 2018: Meeting with President Macron and FIFA President Infantino
On 22 February 2018, Kylian Mbappé, along with former African strikers George Weah and Didier Drogba, met with French President Emmanuel Macron and FIFA president Gianni Infantino at the Élysée Palace in Paris to discuss a sports development project in Africa. Mbappé emphasized the importance of developing African sport due to his parental heritage.
March 2018: Mbappé Scores Twice Against Russia
In March 2018, Kylian Mbappé scored twice in a friendly match against Russia.
May 2018: Coupe de France Victory
On May 8, 2018, Mbappé featured in PSG's 2–0 win over Les Herbiers in the Coupe de France final, securing his first league title with the club.
June 2018: Mbappé Scores First World Cup Goal
On 21 June 2018, Kylian Mbappé scored his first World Cup goal in France's 1–0 group stage win over Peru, becoming the youngest French goalscorer in World Cup history at age 19. On 30 June 2018, he was named man of the match in a 4–3 win over Argentina in the round of 16, having won a penalty and scored two goals.
July 2018: Number 7 Jersey
In July 2018, Mbappé was given the number 7 jersey for the upcoming season with PSG.
2018: Unveiling of Nike Mercurial Superfly VI boots
In 2018, Kylian Mbappé unveiled the Nike Mercurial Superfly VI boots, inspired by the R9 Mercurial boots of former Brazilian striker Ronaldo, further solidifying his relationship with Nike.
2018: Recognition as World's Most Expensive Player
In 2018, Kylian Mbappé was considered the world's most expensive player from a transfer value perspective by the CIES. This recognition underscores his rising prominence in the sport.
2018: Hublot signs Mbappé as global ambassador
In 2018, Swiss watchmaker Hublot signed Kylian Mbappé as a global ambassador, marking a significant endorsement deal outside of the sports apparel industry.
2018: Mbappe scores in 2018 World Cup final
In the 2018 World Cup final, Mbappe scored with a 25-yard strike against Croatia, with France gaining a 4-2 win
January 2019: Donation to Emiliano Sala Search Mission
On 28 January 2019, Kylian Mbappé donated $34,000 to a crowdfunding campaign aimed at funding a private search mission for football player Emiliano Sala, whose aircraft had gone missing over the English Channel, demonstrating his compassion and support for the football community.
January 2019: Hat-Trick Against Guingamp
On January 19, 2019, Mbappé scored a hat-trick in a 9–0 win over Guingamp.
February 2019: Donation to Search for Missing Pilot
On 10 February 2019, Kylian Mbappé donated a further £27,000 to the GoFundMe campaign created to fund the search for the plane's still-missing pilot, David Ibbotson, following the disappearance of Emiliano Sala's aircraft, showing his continued support.
June 2019: Mbappé Scores 100th Career Goal
On 11 June 2019, Kylian Mbappé scored his 100th career goal in a 4–0 win over Andorra in Euro 2020 qualifying.
June 2019: End of Monaco Contract
On March 6, 2016, Mbappé signed his first professional contract, a three-year deal with Monaco until June 2019.
August 2019: Trophée des Champions Victory
In August 2019, Mbappé scored in a 2–1 win over Rennes to capture the Trophée des Champions.
2019: Domestic Quadruple with PSG
In 2019, Mbappé and PSG achieved a domestic quadruple.
2019: Shortlisted for Laureus World Sportsman of the Year
In 2019, Mbappé's outstanding performances for both his club and national team led to him being shortlisted for the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year award, marking a significant achievement in his career.
May 2020: PSG crowned Ligue 1 champions
In May 2020, Paris Saint-Germain were declared Ligue 1 champions after the season was prematurely ended due to the COVID-19 pandemic. At the time of the suspension, PSG held a twelve-point lead over Marseille.
September 2020: Return to action after COVID-19
In September 2020, Mbappé returned to action after contracting COVID-19, playing in a 3–0 away win against Nice and scoring a goal from a penalty kick.
2020: UEFA Champions League Final with PSG
In 2020, Mbappé led PSG to its first ever UEFA Champions League final.
February 2021: Champions League hat-trick against Barcelona
On 16 February 2021, Mbappé became only the third player to score a Champions League hat-trick against Barcelona, achieving this in PSG's 4–1 victory at Camp Nou. By 27 February 2021, Mbappé scored twice in a 4–0 away win against Dijon, becoming the first player to score five braces in the Ligue 1 season.
August 2021: Booed by fans amidst transfer rumors
On 14 August 2021, Mbappé was booed by fans before a match against Strasbourg due to rumors of a transfer to Real Madrid. Six days later, in August 2021, Mbappé scored his first goal of the season in a 4–2 away win against Brest.
October 2021: Mbappé Wins Nations League Golden Boot
In October 2021, Kylian Mbappé assisted Benzema and scored a penalty in the Nations League semi-final, helping France defeat Belgium 3–2. He made his 50th appearance for France. In the final against Spain, he assisted Benzema and scored the winning goal, giving France a 2–1 victory. Mbappé was awarded the competition's Golden Boot.
November 2021: Godfather to Baby Pandas at Beauval Zoo
On 19 November 2021, Kylian Mbappé, along with Chinese diver Zhang Jiaqi, became godfather and godmother, respectively, to two baby pandas at Beauval Zoo. This involvement was part of a campaign to raise awareness about the species and conservation efforts.
December 2021: Century of league goals for PSG
On 12 December 2021, Mbappé scored twice against Monaco in Ligue 1, reaching a century of league goals for PSG. He became the youngest player to score 100 goals for a single team in the French top-flight since Opta began recording data.
January 2022: First hat-trick of the season
In January 2022, Mbappé scored his first hat-trick of the season in a 4–0 Coupe de France win over Vannes.
May 2022: Contract Extension with PSG
In May 2022, Mbappé extended his contract with PSG until 2025, declining a potential transfer to Real Madrid and becoming the highest-paid player in the world. He marked this occasion with a hat-trick in a 5–0 win over Metz, concluding the season as Ligue 1's top scorer for the fourth consecutive time.
August 2022: First goal and hat-trick of the season
In August 2022, Mbappé scored his first goal of the season for PSG in a 5–2 victory over Montpellier, and later that month, he scored his first hat-trick of the season in a 7–1 win over Lille, with his first goal being the second-fastest in Ligue 1 history.
November 2022: Mbappé Scores in 2022 FIFA World Cup
In November 2022, Kylian Mbappé was involved in three of France's goals in a 4–1 victory against Australia. Four days later, Mbappé scored both of France's goals in a 2–1 victory over Denmark, securing qualification to the knockout stages. He scored two more goals against Poland in a 3-1 win.
November 2022: Mbappé Scores Four Goals Against Kazakhstan
In November 2022, on 13 November, Kylian Mbappé scored four goals in an 8–0 win over Kazakhstan, securing France's place in the 2022 World Cup. Three days later, he scored and assisted in a 2–0 win over Finland.
2022: FIFA World Cup Golden Boot
At the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Mbappé won the Golden Boot and Silver Ball, also setting the record for most goals scored in World Cup final matches with a hat-trick.
2022: Mbappé Hat-Trick in World Cup Final
In the 2022 World Cup final, Kylian Mbappé scored a hat-trick against Argentina. He scored twice in two minutes to equalize after Argentina had a 2-0 lead. He later scored a penalty in extra time to make it 3-3. Though France lost the penalty shoot-out, Mbappé secured the tournament's Golden Boot with eight goals.
January 2023: Five goals in a single match
In January 2023, Mbappé became the first PSG player to score five goals in a match, including a ten-minute hat-trick, during a 7–0 victory over Pays de Cassel in the Coupe de France.
March 2023: Mbappé Named Captain of France
In March 2023, following Hugo Lloris's retirement, Didier Deschamps named Kylian Mbappé the new captain of France. In his first match as captain, he led France to a 4–0 victory over the Netherlands, assisting a goal and scoring twice.
June 2023: Decision not to renew PSG contract announced
In June 2023, Mbappé announced his decision not to renew his contract with PSG, which was set to expire in June 2024, leading to speculation about his future with the club.
July 2023: PSG's stance on Mbappé clarified
In July 2023, PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi clarified the club's stance on Mbappé, stating that he needed to sign a new contract if he wanted to stay, leading to his exclusion from the preseason tour in Japan.
August 2023: Reintegration into the first team
In August 2023, Mbappé was reintegrated into PSG's first team after "constructive and positive discussions" with the club, ahead of their season opener against Lorient.
2023: Shortlisted for Laureus World Sportsman of the Year
In 2023, Kylian Mbappé was again shortlisted for the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year award, recognizing his continued excellence and impact in the world of sports.
2023: Included in Time's 100 Most Influential People and Ranked Among World's Highest-Paid Athletes
In 2023, Kylian Mbappé was recognized by Time as one of the 100 most influential people in the world and was ranked third in the Forbes list of the world's highest-paid athletes, showcasing his impact both on and off the field.
2023: First Appearance of the 2023–24 Season
In 2023, Mbappé made his first appearance of the 2023–24 season in a 1–1 draw away to Toulouse on 19 August, scoring the game's only goal and PSG's first of the season.
January 2024: Victory over Toulouse in the 2023 Trophée des Champions
In January 2024, Mbappé scored the second goal in a 2–0 victory over Toulouse in the 2023 Trophée des Champions, securing his first trophy of the season.
May 2024: Announcement of departure from Paris Saint-Germain
On 10 May 2024, Mbappé announced his departure from Paris Saint-Germain at the end of the season, marking the end of his career at the club.
June 2024: Mbappé signs for Real Madrid
On 3 June 2024, Real Madrid announced that Kylian Mbappé signed a five-year contract with the club after their Champions League win. After intense speculation, Mbappé expressed his excitement about joining his dream club. Real Madrid announced that Mbappé's presentation would be held at the Santiago Bernabéu on 16 July and he received the number 9 shirt.
July 2024: Acquisition of Stake in Ligue 2 Club Caen
On 30 July 2024, Coalition Capital, a subsidiary of Mbappé's company Interconnected Ventures, acquired Oaktree Capital Management's 80% stake in Ligue 2 club Caen for a reported €15 million. This acquisition marks Mbappé's involvement in club ownership.
August 2024: Mbappé Debuts for Real Madrid
In August 2024, Kylian Mbappé made his debut for Real Madrid on 14 August in the 2024 UEFA Super Cup against Atalanta, scoring the second goal of a 2–0 win. On 18 August, he debuted in La Liga during a 1–1 draw against Mallorca.
2024: Mbappé at Euro 2024
During France's opening match of Euro 2024, Mbappé helped create the only goal of the match in a 1-0 win against Austria. Later, Mbappé suffered a broken nose during the game, resulting in him being substituted and sidelined for the following fixture. In the final group match against Poland, he scored his first goal ever at the European Championships from a penalty in a 1-1 draw. In the semi-finals, he set-up Randal Kolo Muani's opening goal in an eventual 2-1 defeat to Spain.
2024: Mbappe leads France to UEFA Euro qualification
In 2024 Kylian Mbappe scored two goals for France in a 2-1 win over the Netherlands, securing qualification to UEFA Euro 2024.
2024: Joined Real Madrid
In 2024, Mbappé joined Real Madrid on a free transfer.
January 2025: Mbappé Scores First Hat-Trick for Madrid
On 25 January 2025, Kylian Mbappé scored his first hat-trick for Real Madrid in a 3–0 victory against Real Valladolid. He was subsequently named La Liga Player of the Month for January.
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