Mbappe Hat-Trick Fires Real Madrid to 5-0 Champions League Win Over Kairat Almaty
Real Madrid and Kylian Mbappe bounced back in emphatic fashion from their weekend disappointment, cruising past Champions League newcomers Kairat Almaty with a commanding 5-0 victory in Kazakhstan on Tuesday night.
The win was the perfect response to their shock 5-2 La Liga defeat to Atletico Madrid, with Mbappe stealing the spotlight by scoring a sensational hat-trick that underlined why he remains one of the world’s most feared forwards.
Madrid Recover After Derby Setback
Just three days earlier, Madrid had been left reeling from a painful derby defeat. But instead of dwelling on the setback, Carlo Ancelotti’s side responded in style, producing the kind of ruthless attacking display that has defined their European pedigree.
“We must never forget what happened on Saturday,” Mbappe said afterwards in an interview with Movistar Plus. “Yes, this was a different competition, but it’s important to learn from mistakes so we don’t repeat them. My job is to help the team win matches and trophies, and I always want to do more.”
Bright Start From Kairat
For Kairat Almaty, the night was historic. The Kazakh side were playing their first-ever Champions League group-stage match, and despite their underdog status, they began with confidence. Pushing forward down the left flank, they carved out a couple of half-chances that briefly unsettled the Spanish giants.
But once Madrid settled into their rhythm, their quality began to tell. The breakthrough came in the 25th minute, and it was gifted to them by a defensive lapse. Franco Mastantuono pounced on a loose ball inside the penalty area before being brought down by Kairat’s 18-year-old goalkeeper Sherhan Kalmurza.
Mbappe stepped up with authority, sending the spot-kick crashing into the net to give Madrid the lead.
Mbappe Doubles the Advantage
Despite dominating possession, Real Madrid went into the break with just a slender 1-0 lead. Kairat’s defensive discipline, combined with Madrid’s missed opportunities, kept the game alive.
But it didn’t take long after the restart for Mbappe to strike again. In the 52nd minute, a pinpoint long ball from Thibaut Courtois turned into a moment of brilliance. Mbappe sprinted past the backline, held off his marker, and calmly chipped the onrushing Kalmurza to double Madrid’s advantage.
It was a goal that showcased his lethal combination of speed, strength, and composure — qualities that have made him a game-changer at the highest level.
VAR Denies Kairat a Lifeline
The home fans thought they were back in it when the referee awarded a penalty to Kairat in the 69th minute after Dani Ceballos was adjudged to have fouled Valeriy Gromyko in the box. But following a VAR review, the decision was overturned — a huge blow to the hosts’ hopes of mounting any kind of comeback.
Moments later, Madrid put the game firmly out of reach.
Mbappe Completes His Hat-Trick
The French superstar wasn’t done yet. In the 73rd minute, substitute Rodrygo danced past two defenders before laying the ball off to Mbappe, who rifled an unstoppable shot from the edge of the box into the top corner.
It was the pick of his three goals and one that left the crowd in awe. With it, Mbappe secured his hat-trick and took his tally to five goals in this season’s Champions League campaign — underlining why Madrid splashed big to bring him to the Bernabéu.
“For a striker like me, when I get five chances, I want to score five goals. That’s the level I demand from myself,” Mbappe reflected. “Three were good, but I could have had more.”
Rodrygo and Diaz Add the Finishing Touch
With Kairat deflated, Madrid pressed home their dominance in the closing stages. In the 83rd minute, Rodrygo once again proved decisive, delivering a superb cross that Eduardo Camavinga rose to head past the young Kazakh goalkeeper.
As the game entered stoppage time, Brahim Diaz added a fifth with a smart close-range finish, sealing an emphatic night for the 14-time European champions.
Statement Win for Real Madrid
The 5-0 victory not only restored confidence after the weekend derby defeat but also sent a clear message to their European rivals: Real Madrid remain a formidable force in the Champions League.
For Kairat Almaty, it was a tough introduction to the competition, but their spirited start and passionate home support will give them belief as they continue their European journey. Still, defensive lapses at this level proved costly, and they’ll need to learn quickly if they are to collect their first points in the group stage.
What’s Next?
Real Madrid’s attention now shifts back to La Liga, where Ancelotti will want his side to maintain momentum and avoid the inconsistency that cost them against Atletico. With Mbappe in electric form and Rodrygo showing his growing influence, Madrid have the firepower to challenge on all fronts.
For Mbappe, the night was another reminder of his importance. Signed to deliver on nights like these, he delivered in spectacular fashion — and Madrid fans will be hoping this hat-trick is just the start of many more magical European moments to come.