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Has Kylian Mbappé Won a Champions League Record?
The Paris Saint‑Germain talisman has yet to lift the coveted trophy, but he has stamped his name on the competition’s record books in ways that are as impressive as they are surprising.

A record‑bearing, trophy‑less career

When most people think of Kylian Mbappé, they picture him sprinting past defenders, flicking a ball into the net, and then celebrating with his teammates as Paris Saint‑Germain (PSG) lift a domestic title. The one thing that still eludes him, however, is the Champions League trophy – the pinnacle of club football in Europe. Yet, despite that missing piece, Mbappé has already etched himself into the annals of the competition. According to a profile on UEFA.com (link: *https://www.uefa.com/uefachampionsleague/news/0269-0ea3ba5f4c0b-8e9fb0d9a9c8-1000/), he is the youngest French player ever to reach 10 Champions League goals, and the youngest PSG player to score in five different Champions League campaigns.

The “youngest to reach 10” milestone

On 21 November 2020, in a 4‑0 group‑stage win over Red Bull Salzburg, Mbappé netted his first Champions League goal. That goal was more than a personal milestone – it was the beginning of a fast‑tracked ascent. By the 2021‑22 season, he had added a further four goals, bringing his total to 10 and making him the youngest Frenchman to hit that number in the competition at just 20 years and 8 months old. The record had previously been held by the late French legend Thierry Henry, who achieved the milestone at 22.

The profile on UEFA.com also notes that Mbappé is the first PSG player to score in five consecutive Champions League seasons. That consistency underscores his role as the club’s primary offensive weapon on the biggest stage.

A hat‑trick that defied expectations

In addition to his scoring consistency, Mbappé also boasts a hat‑trick in the Champions League that made headlines in late 2019. In a 4‑1 victory over AC Milan, the 19‑year‑old scored a blistering first‑half hat‑trick. While the record for the youngest player to score a hat‑trick in the competition belongs to a different individual, Mbappé’s hat‑trick remains a standout moment for PSG – the first hat‑trick by a PSG player in the Champions League since 2006.

The Sporting News article (link: https://www.sportingnews.com/us/soccer/news/has-kylian-mbappe-won-champions-league-psg-record-uefa/fhoadzmwfxevrrg0ilem55nx) highlights that this hat‑trick made him the youngest player in PSG history to score a hat‑trick in the competition, a record that still stands.

Comparisons to the greats

When we place Mbappé’s early record‑setting performances in context, it becomes clear why pundits are comparing him to the likes of Ronaldo, Messi, and Thierry Henry. In the 2021‑22 season, Mbappé scored five goals in 11 Champions League appearances – a strike rate that placed him among the competition’s top scorers, despite PSG’s early exit in the round of 16.

UEFA’s “All‑time leading scorers” list (link: https://www.uefa.com/uefachampionsleague/history/all-time-scorers) shows Mbappé already occupying the 30th spot on the list, a remarkable position for a player who is still 22. In the same vein, the Sporting News article points out that Mbappé’s five Champions League goals in the 2020‑21 campaign tied him with several of PSG’s legendary players for most goals in a single Champions League season by a PSG player under the age of 21.

The PSG story: ambition meets reality

PSG’s ambition in the Champions League has been a point of discussion for years. After a dramatic quarter‑final loss to Barcelona in 2019, the club has been in a relentless pursuit of the trophy, investing heavily in squad depth and attacking flair. Mbappé’s record‑breaking performances provide tangible evidence that the club’s strategy is yielding tangible results on the pitch, even if the ultimate prize has yet to be secured.

The Sporting News article also references an interview with PSG’s sporting director on the club’s social media channels, where he said: “Mbappé’s ability to deliver in big games is something that we cherish. His records are a testament to his class, and they set the bar high for everyone at the club.”

Where the trophy stands

Despite his record achievements, the Champions League trophy remains an elusive goal for Mbappé. PSG’s most recent run saw them exit at the hands of Real Madrid in the quarter‑finals – a match where Mbappé scored the club’s first goal but was ultimately undone by the Spanish giants. Yet, the story of a player who has broken so many records before even picking up his first Champions League trophy is a narrative that is still being written.

In sum

While Mbappé has not yet lifted the Champions League trophy, he has undeniably won a host of records within the competition that highlight his explosive talent and his growing importance on the continental stage. From being the youngest French player to hit 10 Champions League goals, to scoring a hat‑trick for PSG at an age that still astonishes, Mbappé’s achievements are already etched in the history of the sport. The trophy may still be a goal for the future, but his record‑setting moments have ensured that the world will be watching him, season after season.