Kylian Mbappé has stormed to the top of the UEFA Champions League league phase scoring chart, finishing this stage of the competition with a remarkable 13 goals for Real Madrid.

The French forward’s haul places him comfortably clear of his nearest rival, Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane, who sits on eight goals. Erling Haaland of Manchester City follows with seven, while Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray, Anthony Gordon of Newcastle United and Gabriel Martinelli of Arsenal each finished on six.

Mbappé’s numbers are striking when set against recent history. Last season’s joint top scorers in the league phase, Raphinha and Serhou Guirassy, ended on 13 goals apiece over the entire campaign. Mbappé has already matched and surpassed that benchmark within the current league phase alone, underlining the scale of his dominance.

His contribution has been central to Real Madrid’s attacking identity. Operating primarily from the left but with license to roam, Mbappé has scored in almost every conceivable fashion: explosive runs in behind high defensive lines, composed one-on-one finishes, penalties under pressure and instinctive efforts from close range.

Coaches and analysts across Europe have highlighted his movement as a defining feature of Madrid’s play. By constantly dragging defenders out of position, he creates lanes for midfield runners and overloads on the flanks, forcing opponents to choose between doubling up on him or leaving space elsewhere.

Beyond the raw statistics, Mbappé’s form has shifted the balance of power in the competition. Real Madrid, already the most decorated club in Champions League history, now possess a forward whose individual brilliance can decide tight matches almost at will. His presence has also relieved pressure on the supporting cast, allowing other attackers to operate with greater freedom.

With the knockout rounds looming, attention will turn to whether Mbappé can sustain this extraordinary output against increasingly elite opposition. For now, the numbers are unequivocal: no player has been more decisive in the league phase of this season’s Champions League.

Top scorers – UCL league phase

1. Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid) – 13 goals

2. Harry Kane (Bayern Munich) – 8 goals

3. Erling Haaland (Manchester City) – 7 goals

4. Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray) – 6 goals

5. Anthony Gordon (Newcastle United) – 6 goals

6. Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal) – 6 goals