Real Madrid Crushes Kairat 5-0 in Champions League; Mbappé Shines with Hat-Trick
Real Madrid bounced back in style in the Champions League with a dominant 5-0 victory over Kairat in Almaty, Kazakhstan, on Tuesday (30). Kylian Mbappé stole the show with a hat-trick, while Eduardo Camavinga and Brahim Díaz added to the scoreline.
Mbappé Leads the Way
The French superstar opened the scoring in the first half from the penalty spot, calming Madrid nerves after a strong start from the Kazakh side. After the break, he doubled the lead with a blistering counterattack and completed his hat-trick with a stunning strike from outside the box.
Camavinga and Brahim Seal the Win
With the game under control, Camavinga headed home a Rodrygo cross, and Brahim Díaz struck in stoppage time to complete the five-goal rout.
Key Match Moments
- Kairat briefly thought they had a penalty in the second half, but VAR overturned the decision.
- Thibaut Courtois made key saves when called upon, ensuring a clean sheet.
- Madrid’s midfield, orchestrated by Xabi Alonso’s tactical setup, controlled possession and tempo after the early scare.
Why This Win Matters
This emphatic result comes just days after a 5-2 derby defeat to Atlético Madrid, restoring confidence and keeping Real Madrid in a strong position in their Champions League group. The performance also underscores Mbappé’s explosive start to European competition with Los Blancos.
Quick Numbers
- 3 goals for Mbappé (his first Champions League hat-trick with Real Madrid).
- 5 goals in 2 games for the French striker in this season’s Champions League.
- 5 different goal contributions for Madrid, showing balance across the squad.
