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Mbappé’s Trophyless Streak in the Champions League Continues After Move to Real Madrid

PSG won the trophy after his departure, and Madrid is out of Europe again as Mbappé scored in a 4-3 loss to Bayern Munich.

  • On Wednesday, April 15, 2026, Kylian Mbappé's hopes for a first European title ended as Real Madrid lost 4-3 to Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarterfinals in Germany.
  • Mbappé left Paris Saint-Germain almost two years ago to join Madrid specifically to win the Champions League; PSG lifted the trophy immediately after his departure.
  • Despite leading the competition with 15 goals this season, Mbappé has failed to secure a major trophy for Madrid, which has only claimed the UEFA Super Cup and Intercontinental Cup since his arrival.
  • Trailing league leader Barcelona in the standings, Madrid is on the brink of a second straight season without a major trophy.
  • Pressure on the France captain is expected to intensify, as fans continue to criticize the forward despite his prolific scoring record in the Spanish league.
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Mbappé's trophyless streak in the Champions League continues after move to Real Madrid

It’s been almost two years since Kylian Mbappé left Paris Saint-Germain to join Real Madrid, in part to try and win the Champions League.

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Real Madrid was eliminated from the Champions League this Wednesday evening and, at the same time, said goodbye already to the 2025-26 season. The last matches of the season in Liga will be complicated for a Real Madrid eliminated from all competitions and dropped in the championship (9 points). The time [...]

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