Kylian Mbappé delivered a stunning performance on Tuesday night, scoring a hat-trick to power Real Madrid to a commanding 5-0 victory over Champions League newcomers Kairat Almaty in Kazakhstan.
The win came just days after Real suffered a heavy 5-2 defeat to Atletico Madrid in La Liga, and Carlo Ancelotti’s men responded in emphatic fashion. Mbappé, who has now scored five goals in this season’s competition, was the clear star of the night, punishing Kairat’s defensive mistakes with his trademark pace and clinical finishing.
How the Match Unfolded
The hosts started with energy and tested Madrid’s defense early, but the tide quickly turned. In the 25th minute, a costly error allowed Franco Mastantuono to steal possession inside the box, where he was brought down by teenage goalkeeper Sherhan Kalmurza. Mbappé stepped up and buried the penalty to open the scoring.
Real Madrid controlled the tempo but went into halftime with just a 1-0 lead. That changed after the restart. In the 52nd minute, Thibaut Courtois launched a long clearance that Mbappé latched onto, sprinting past defenders before coolly chipping the keeper for his second.
Kairat thought they had a way back when awarded a penalty in the 69th minute, but a VAR review overturned the decision. Minutes later, Mbappé sealed his hat-trick in style, unleashing a rocket from the edge of the box after a brilliant setup by Rodrygo.
Madrid didn’t stop there. Rodrygo turned provider again, crossing for Eduardo Camavinga to head in the fourth goal in the 83rd minute. In stoppage time, Brahim Díaz completed the demolition with a close-range finish.
What It Means
Real Madrid’s victory firmly puts them back on track in Europe after their weekend setback. Kairat, making their first appearance in the Champions League group stage, were left to reflect on a spirited but error-filled display that proved costly.
Mbappé summed it up after the game: “My job is to help the team win matches and trophies. Tonight was a good night, but I always want more.”
