Kylian Mbappe scored a stunning hat-trick as Real Madrid eased into the last 16 of the UEFA Champions League on Thursday after a 3-1 win over Manchester City.
The French forward was in scintillating form, scoring his first goal in the 21st minute with a beautifully crafted shot that left the Manchester City defense bewildered.
Manchester City tried to stage a comeback, but Mbappe was unstoppable, scoring his second goal in the 53rd minute with a clinical finish that gave the Manchester City goalkeeper no chance.
The final nail in the coffin for Manchester City came in the 74th minute when Mbappe completed his hat-trick with a breathtaking shot that sailed into the top corner of the net.
Manchester City managed to score a consolation goal in the 83rd minute, but it was too little, too late, as Real Madrid had already sealed their place in the last 16 of the UEFA Champions League.
This win is a significant boost for Real Madrid, who are looking to defend their Champions League title.
Mbappe’s hat-trick has sent shockwaves throughout the football world, with many praising his exceptional skill and technique.
Real Madrid will now look to build on this momentum as they head into the knockout stages of the competition.
With Mbappe in this kind of form, Real Madrid will be a force to be reckoned with, and their opponents will need to be at the top of their game if they are to stop them.