Kylian Mbappé leads Real Madrid to Champions League victory

Kylian Mbappé led Real Madrid to a 2-1 victory over Inter Milan in the opening match of the UEFA Champions League season. Mbappé scored the opening goal, marking his 71st goal in European club competitions, which ties him with Real Madrid legend Raúl on the all-time scoring list.

Following the match, Mbappé addressed his professional priorities, stating that winning the Champions League with Real Madrid is more important to him than winning the Ballon d’Or. He also praised the influence of manager José Mourinho, noting that the coach’s intensity and high standards create a motivating environment for the players.

In related news, Mbappé was named Real Madrid’s player of the month for August after a strong start to the season. Meanwhile, former player Thierry Henry expressed support for Mbappé’s Ballon d’Or candidacy, arguing that his individual performance merits consideration despite the lack of recent major club trophies.