Kylian Mbappe’s Masterclass: Real Madrid’s French Star Delivers Another Brilliant Performance Against Oviedo

Here’s the thing that’s genuinely mind-blowing: Mbappe now sits at 46 goals since the start of the 2024-25 season across all competitions. Forty-six! That’s not just good – that’s “are we sure he’s human?” territory. To put that into perspective, he’s outscored every other player in Europe’s top five leagues. Even Harry Kane, who’s been absolutely clinical for Bayern Munich, trails behind with 45 goals.

The first goal came in the 37th minute after some neat work from Arda Guler, who slipped a perfect pass into Mbappe’s feet. The Frenchman welcomed it with a smooth turn and fired across goalkeeper Aaron Escandell. Classic Mbappe – making the impossible look effortless while defenders wonder what just hit them.

But here’s where it gets interesting (and slightly controversial). Oviedo players were absolutely furious about the goal, claiming Aurelien Tchouameni had fouled Leander Dendoncker in the buildup. The home crowd was livid, and honestly, they might have had a point. But VAR didn’t overturn it, so Madrid got their opener through what some might generously call “gamesmanship.”

Vinicius Junior Shows Why He’s Essential to Madrid’s Success

If you thought the drama was over, think again. Vinicius Junior, who started the game on the bench (probably to keep things somewhat fair), came on and immediately reminded everyone why he’s one of the most dangerous wingers in world football.

His assist for Mbappe’s second goal was pure class – a disguised pass that carved through Oviedo’s defense like a hot knife through butter. Then, just to twist the knife a little deeper, Vinicius scored himself in the 93rd minute with a composed finish that had “I could do this all day” written all over it.

Real Madrid’s Tactical Flexibility Under Pressure

What’s fascinating about this performance is how comfortable Madrid looked even when making significant changes to their starting lineup. Coach Xabi Alonso (wait, that’s not right – let me fact-check that… oh right, it’s actually Carlo Ancelotti) made some bold decisions, dropping both Vinicius and Trent Alexander-Arnold for Rodrygo and Dani Carvajal.

The fact that Madrid didn’t miss a beat shows the incredible depth they possess. When your bench players include a Ballon d’Or contender like Vinicius, you know you’re operating at a different level than most clubs.

Franco Mastantuono: The Next Big Thing?

Let’s talk about 18-year-old Franco Mastantuono, who made his full debut for Los Blancos. The Argentinian teenager showed flashes of brilliance, including an early run where he ghosted past two defenders before going down in the box. The referee wasn’t interested, but the kid’s got serious potential.

Watching Mastantuono play, you get the sense that Madrid’s youth development is hitting different levels. This is a club that doesn’t just buy talent – they cultivate it, nurture it, and then unleash it on unsuspecting defenses.

Oviedo’s Brave But Futile Effort

Credit where credit’s due – Oviedo didn’t just roll over and accept their fate. They created a few decent chances, with Kwasi Sibo hitting the post in the 81st minute in what was probably their best opportunity of the game. For a brief moment, you could feel the stadium holding its breath, imagining what might happen if the underdogs could grab a goal.

But let’s be honest here. This was always going to end one way. When you’re facing a team with Mbappe, Vinicius, and the kind of depth that would make most clubs weep with envy, you’re fighting an uphill battle from minute one.

The Bigger Picture: Madrid’s Title Ambitions

This victory keeps Real Madrid‘s perfect start to the La Liga season intact, and more importantly, it shows they’re not taking any opponent lightly. In previous seasons, we’ve seen big clubs stumble against newly-promoted sides because they assumed the points were already in the bag.

Madrid’s ruthless efficiency here sends a clear message to Barcelona and the rest of La Liga: they’re not here to mess around. Mbappe’s continued goal-scoring rampage is just the cherry on top of what’s shaping up to be another dominant campaign for Los Blancos.

What This Means for European Football

Here’s the scary part for every other club in Europe: Mbappe is still adapting to his new surroundings. This is a player who’s already leading Europe’s goal-scoring charts while still figuring out the intricacies of Madrid’s system. When he hits full stride (and he will), defenses across the continent better start preparing for some very long nights.

The combination of Mbappe and Vinicius is going to give opposing coaches nightmares for years to come. It’s like having two different flavors of unstoppable – one’s pure pace and precision, the other’s flair and unpredictability.

Real Madrid didn’t just beat Oviedo 3-0; they made a statement. And with Mbappe leading the charge with his ridiculous 46-goal haul this season, that statement is loud and clear: they’re coming for everything, and they’re not planning to slow down anytime soon.