Kylian Mbappe equalled Cristiano Ronaldo 's record of 59 goals in a calendar year for Real Madrid with a late penalty in a 2-0 win over Seville to celebrate his 27th birthday birthday in style.

Kylian Mbappe sent a heartfelt message to “idol” Cristiano Ronaldo after copying the Portugal superstar’s iconic celebration following his landmark goal in Real Madrid’s 2-0 win over Sevilla. The France forward had a birthday to remember as he found the back of the net to help Xabi Alonso’s men move to within a point of La Liga leaders Barcelona on Saturday.

Cristiano Ronaldo was eager to praise Kylian Mbappé after the French forward tied his club record for most goals in a calendar year.

Kylian Mbappé has equalled Cristiano Ronaldo's Real Madrid record as he found the net against Sevilla in La Liga. The French superstar has now scored 59 goals and matched Ronaldo's club record for the most goals scored in a calendar year.

Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe revealed that he copied Cristiano Ronaldo's celebration after matching his record as a tribute to the Portuguese superstar.

Kylian Mbappé copied Cristiano Ronaldo’s signature celebration after matching his Real Madrid goal record, and the Portuguese legend answered the tribute.

Kylian Mbappe’s arrival at Real Madrid was always going to be measured against impossible standards. However, midway through the 2025-26 season, he has already forced his way into a conversation reserved for only the most elite finishers to ever wear white.