Kylian Mbappe delivered a stellar performance for Champions League holders Real Madrid, scoring a remarkable hat-trick in their 3-1 victory over Manchester City on Wednesday. This triumph propels Los Blancos into the last 16 with an impressive 6-3 aggregate score.
Manchester City, managed by Pep Guardiola, faced an early setback without their key striker Erling Haaland. The team struggled to contain the relentless Real Madrid attack throughout the match. Despite their efforts, the only goal for Manchester City came from Nico Gonzalez during stoppage time, failing to prevent their exit from the competition.
Mbappe opened the scoring with a slick lob in the fourth minute, setting the tone for the match. He followed up with a well-executed second goal, showcasing his technical prowess by linking up seamlessly with his teammates. In the second half, Mbappe sealed his hat-trick with a precise low strike from the edge of the box, marking his seventh goal in the Champions League this season across 10 appearances.
The French superstar has been in exceptional form, netting 28 goals this season, including 18 in his last 18 games across all competitions. Mbappe's contributions have been pivotal in Real Madrid's campaign, reinforcing their status as 15-time Champions League winners.
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Mbappe hat-trick as Real Madrid knock Man City out of Champions League
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