Is Kylian Mbappe A-List?

Monaco breakthrough and PSG transfer

Mbappé starred for Monaco, winning Ligue 1 and reaching the Champions League semi-finals. His record-breaking €180 million transfer to PSG made him the world's most expensive teenager.

World Cup triumph at 19

Mbappé became the second teenager ever to score in a World Cup final as France won the tournament. His electrifying performances and status as world champion catapulted him to global superstardom.

PSG Champions League final

Led PSG to their first-ever Champions League final, though they lost to Bayern Munich. Mbappé established himself as one of football's elite forwards with consistent world-class performances.

World Cup final hat-trick

Scored a hat-trick in the World Cup final (first since 1966), though France lost to Argentina on penalties. His historic performance and Golden Boot win cemented his status as football's biggest star alongside Messi.

Record PSG contract extension

Mbappé rejected Real Madrid to sign a €300 million contract extension with PSG. The deal made him the highest-paid footballer in the world and demonstrated his immense commercial value.

Real Madrid dream move

Finally joined Real Madrid on a free transfer in the most anticipated move in football. Mbappé's arrival at the world's biggest club on massive terms confirmed his position as the sport's marquee player.

Global football icon

Mbappé is universally recognized as one of the two or three best footballers in the world, playing for Real Madrid and captaining France. With a World Cup, endless records, and massive global following, he's a dominant cultural force and the face of modern football.