Mbappe Breaks Scoring Record as PSG Thrashes MontpellierMbappe Breaks Scoring Record as PSG Thrashes Montpellier Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) star Kylian Mbappe set a new club scoring record as the French giants thrashed Montpellier 5-0 in Ligue 1 on Saturday. Mbappe’s opening goal in the 24th minute saw him surpass Edinson Cavani to become PSG’s all-time leading scorer with 201 goals. The 24-year-old doubled his tally in the 69th minute, extending his record to 202 goals. Lionel Messi and Neymar also got on the scoresheet for PSG, with the former scoring a stunning free-kick in the 43rd minute and the latter finding the net in the 88th minute. Sergio Ramos added a late fifth goal to complete the rout. Mbappe’s record-breaking performance continued his impressive season, in which he has already scored 27 goals in all competitions. He is now just one goal away from equaling his tally for the entire 2021-22 campaign. PSG’s victory extended their lead at the top of Ligue 1 to five points over second-placed Marseille. The Parisians also set a new club record for the most goals scored in a single season, surpassing the previous mark of 108 set in 2017-18. After the match, Mbappe expressed his delight at breaking the scoring record and thanked his teammates for their support. “It’s an incredible feeling,” said Mbappe. “I’m so proud to have surpassed Edinson Cavani and to be the club’s all-time leading scorer. This record is a testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone at PSG.” Mbappe’s historic achievement is a further indication of his status as one of the best players in the world. The French striker is already a World Cup winner and has won numerous domestic trophies with PSG. With his record-breaking scoring form, he is poised to continue writing history for the Parisian giants.
