In the early hours of January 21, Real Madrid hosted Monaco in the 7th round of the Champions League group stage, delivering a goal-filled spectacle. Mbappé scored twice, Vinícius Jr. was directly involved in four goals (1 goal, 2 assists, 1 own goal), and Bellingham added another. Real Madrid ran out 6-1 winners.
After this match, Mbappé has scored 11 goals in 6 Champions League games this season, 32 goals in 27 matches overall, showcasing remarkable efficiency. Real Madrid’s recent form is strong, with two consecutive wins across competitions. With 15 points, they only need to avoid defeat against Benfica in the final round to secure a top-8 spot and bypass the playoff.
