Kylian Mbappe: 5 Historic Records Claimed in Unforgettable Athens Performance

Mbappe shattered five historic records in a breathtaking Champions League performance that has rewritten the history books forever.

France and Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe produced a performance for the ages as he guided his side to a breathless victory over Olympiacos in the Champions League. 

In a game where the hosts took a shock early lead, the French captain responded with a display of lethal finishing that left the Greek defence in tatters. 

By the final whistle, Mbappe had not only secured the three points but also shattered a series of long-standing records.

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5. Second-Fastest Hat-Trick in Champions League History

Mbappe turned the game on its head with a blistering spell of dominance, netting three times in the space of just seven minutes. This incredible burst of scoring is officially recorded as the second-quickest hat-trick ever seen in the competition. He looked unstoppable as he equalized before quickly adding two more to leave the stadium in stunned silence.

The sequence began when he ran onto a wonderful pass from Vinicius Jr behind the defence to finish calmly. Moments later, he showed his versatility by heading in Arda Guler's cross, before completing the treble by beating the offside trap from an Eduardo Camavinga pass.

This rapid-fire treble showcased his ability to exploit gaps in the opposition's concentration instantly. While Olympiacos had started well, they simply could not cope with the speed at which Mbappe punished their errors, effectively ending the contest as a spectacle before the half-hour mark.

4. First Real Madrid Player to Score Four Away Goals in Europe

In a club history as rich as Real Madrid's, it is rare to find a record that has not already been claimed by legends like Cristiano Ronaldo, Raul, or Karim Benzema. However, Mbappe achieved something none of his illustrious predecessors managed by becoming the first Real Madrid player to score four goals in a European away match.

His fourth goal came later in the game, a close-range poked effort from another Vinicius pass, which capped off a historic night. Despite Real Madrid missing five defenders and their first-choice goalkeeper, Mbappe’s individual brilliance ensured that the defensive frailties didn't cost them the match.

This milestone cements his place among the chaotic pantheon of Galacticos very early in his Madrid career. To achieve such a specific and difficult feat in his debut season highlights exactly why the Spanish giants spent years chasing his signature.

3. Most Away Hat-Tricks in Champions League History

The Frenchman has developed a reputation for silencing hostile crowds, and his performance in Athens reinforced this trait. With this treble, Mbappe has now scored more hat-tricks away from home than any other player in the history of the European Cup or Champions League, with a total of four.

Playing in the intense atmosphere of the Karaiskakis Stadium is daunting for many, but Mbappe thrived on the pressure. His ability to isolate defenders and execute finishes with surgical precision seems to increase when he is away from the comforts of the Santiago Bernabéu.

This record speaks to his mental fortitude as much as his technical skill. While many strikers rely on home comfort to build their stats, Mbappe is a road warrior who seems to take personal offence to opposition fans cheering against him.

2. Mbappe's Most Prolific Champions League Campaign

Mbappe is now the top scorer in the Champions League this season with nine goals in just five games. This tally already makes this his highest-scoring Champions League season to date, surpassing his previous bests with Paris Saint-Germain.

The statistic is even more impressive considering the calibre of opposition and the weight of expectation at his new club. In all competitions, he has now bagged 22 goals in 18 matches for Madrid, silencing critics who had highlighted a recent three-game "drought" in club fixtures.

Speaking after the match, the forward emphasized his joy, stating, "I feel good, I'm very happy. Scoring goals is always a pleasure for me. My team-mates give me lots of great passes." With the group stage not yet concluded, he is on pace to set a scoring record for a single season that could stand for years.

1. Third Player to Score a Hat-Trick Within 29 Minutes

Speed was the defining factor of his evening, not just in his sprinting but in his accumulation of goals. Mbappe became only the third player in the history of the competition to score a hat-trick within the opening 29 minutes of a Champions League game.

This places him in elite company and highlights how devastating he can be from the opening whistle. Most hat-tricks are accumulated over 90 minutes as defenses tire, but Mbappe destroyed the Olympiacos game plan while their legs were still fresh.

His early explosion of goals provided a cushion that Real Madrid desperately needed given their defensive injuries. By effectively killing the game in the first half-hour, he allowed his team to manage the game, moving them up to fifth in the standings, just three points behind leaders Arsenal.