Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappé is set to begin the Champions League campaign with renewed ambition, aiming to build on his historic performance at the World Cup, where he shattered scoring records. The French striker’s explosive start to the tournament—marked by a standout goal tally—has fueled speculation about his chances of winning football’s highest individual honor, the Ballon d’Or. Now playing for Real Madrid, Mbappé faces the challenge of translating his tournament form into consistent club success in Europe’s premier competition. His ability to dominate in high-pressure matches will be closely watched as he seeks to cement his legacy as one of the game’s elite.


Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe enters Champions League season hoping for Ballon d'Or after record World Cup goal haul.