Mbappe’s Brace Seals 10-Man Real Madrid’s 2-1 Champions League Victory Over Marseille
Story: written by Okafor Joseph September 17,2025
Kylian Mbappe once again showcased his big-game pedigree in the UEFA Champions League, scoring two penalties to guide 10-man Real Madrid to a 2-1 comeback win against Marseille at the Santiago Bernabéu.
Madrid’s summer signing kept his composure from the spot twice, with the decisive strike coming after Facundo Medina was penalized for handling under pressure from Vinícius Júnior. Mbappe’s double takes his tally to six goals in five appearances this season, highlighting why the Spanish giants made him their marquee arrival.
Despite Marseille threatening through Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois produced key saves to preserve Madrid’s lead.
The result ensured Los Blancos began their Champions League campaign with a hard-fought but crucial win, underlining their ambitions of another European title push.
