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Kylian Mbappe Equals Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s Champions League Goal Record

Paris Saint-Germain’s electrifying forward, Kylian Mbappe, has reached a significant milestone in his Champions League journey, matching the remarkable goal-scoring record set by former PSG striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic in the prestigious European competition.

Mbappe accomplished this feat with an outstanding performance in PSG’s quarter-final showdown against Barcelona, where he netted a crucial brace to secure victory for his team.

The French sensation showcased his extraordinary talent during the second leg of PSG’s quarter-final clash against Barcelona.

Mbappe initiated the scoring for PSG with a confidently taken penalty in the 61st minute, displaying remarkable composure and precision in a high-pressure situation.

Taking advantage of a mistake by Barcelona’s Jules Kounde in the 89th minute, he netted his second goal of the match, securing PSG’s 6-4 aggregate victory over the Spanish giants.

These two goals have boosted Kylian Mbappe’s tally in the UEFA Champions League to an impressive 48 goals in just 71 appearances. This achievement places him on equal footing with Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s record of 48 goals in 124 Champions League matches during his time at PSG.