Kylian Mbappé lit up the Champions League once again, delivering a stunning hat-trick that propelled Real Madrid to a 3-1 victory over Manchester City on Wednesday. This impressive feat not only secured Los Blancos a spot in the last 16 but also marked a 6-3 aggregate triumph.
Despite missing key striker Erling Haaland, Pep Guardiola's Manchester City couldn't withstand the firepower of the 15-time record champions in the Spanish capital. The title contenders looked in control until Nico González scored in stoppage time, capping off Real Madrid's commanding performance.
Mbappé kicked off the action with a beautiful lob in the fourth minute, quickly followed by a slick second goal after a seamless partnership with his teammates. In the second half, he sealed his hat-trick with a low strike from the edge of the box, bringing his Champions League tally to seven goals this season in just ten appearances.
The French superstar has been on fire this season, racking up 28 goals overall, including 18 in his last 18 games across all competitions. His sensational form has been a key factor in Real Madrid's strong performance on both domestic and international stages.
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Mbappe hat-trick as Real Madrid knock Man City out of Champions League
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