Mbappe elated after being named Real Madrid Player of the Month for August

Mbappe elated after being named Real Madrid Player of the Month for August Kylian Mbappe has been named Real Madrid Player of the Month for August after an impressive start to the 2026/27 season. The French forward was recognised for his performances during the month, featuring in all three of Real Madrid’s matches and scoring four goals. Mbappe opened his goalscoring account for the season in Real Madrid’s second game of the season against Real Sociedad, plundering a hat-trick in a 4-1 win. The France captain was on target again in the next game, scoring in a 4-0 win over newly-promoted La Liga side, Malaga. Mbappe happy with positive start After receiving the award at the training facilities earlier today, Mbappe spoke to RMTV , talking positively about the team’s start to the campaign and outlined his ambitions for the months ahead. “We’ve started the season positively. I hope we can continue like this on Saturday. I think there can be a lot of success this season,” he said. The Real Madrid forward is determined to play his part as the team pursue trophies on multiple fronts. “I’m really looking forward to helping the team and showing that we can do great things this year. I’m always happy to play here. I know it’s a privilege,” he noted. Welcoming the new arrivals Mbappe also discussed the new faces who have joined the squad, stressing the importance of ensuring everyone settles quickly into the team. Off to a fine start. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images) After all, Real Madrid have made as many as six new additions in Ibrahima Konate, Marc Cucurella, Bernardo Silva, Carlos Espi, Denzel Dumfries, and Yan Diomande. “It’s always good to see new faces. They come wanting to help the badge and Real Madrid. We’ve tried to make sure everyone adapts in the best possible way so that we can all move in the same direction,” he stated. With the squad continuing to improve, Mbappe believes unity will be crucial as Real Madrid aim for a successful season. The France captain’s four goals in August, coupled with his strike against Inter Milan earlier this week , have provided an early indication of his importance to the side as Real Madrid look to bring trophies back at the Bernabeu.