Kathmandu, Oct 01 .
A stunning hat-trick from French star Kylian Mbappé inspired Real Madrid to a commanding 5–0 win over Kazakhstan’s Airat Almaty in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday. With this performance, Mbappé reached the milestone of 60 career goals in the competition, cementing his status as one of Europe’s most prolific forwards.
Dominant Display by Real Madrid
At the Santiago Bernabéu, Real Madrid controlled the game from the very first whistle. Mbappé’s brilliance shone as he netted three goals, while two other teammates added to the tally, sealing an emphatic victory. The result reaffirmed Madrid’s credentials as one of the strongest contenders in this year’s Champions League campaign.
Other Key Results of the Night
The evening also saw several high-scoring encounters across Europe:
Atlético Madrid crushed Eintracht Frankfurt 5–1. Antoine Griezmann scored one of the goals, reaching a landmark of 200 career goals for Atlético.
Marseille demolished Ajax 4–0.
Inter Milan eased past Spartak Prague with a 3–0 victory.
Bayern Munich thrashed Paphos 5–1, with Harry Kane scoring twice. Since joining Bayern, Kane has now netted an incredible 102 goals in just 105 appearances, underlining his world-class finishing ability.
Mixed Fortunes for Other Giants
English champions Liverpool suffered a narrow 1–0 defeat at the hands of Galatasaray, while Chelsea secured a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Benfica. Norway’s Bodø/Glimt played out an entertaining 2–2 draw with Tottenham Hotspur, and Atalanta edged past Club Brugge 2–1.
Overall Picture
It was a thrilling night in the Champions League, lit up by star players. Mbappé’s hat-trick reaffirmed Real Madrid’s dominance, while standout performances from Harry Kane and Antoine Griezmann provided more memorable moments for football fans across Europe.
