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Kylian Mbappé scores as Real Madrid leads Inter in Champions League

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 7:31 PM

Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Kylian Mbappé scores as Real Madrid leads Inter in Champions League

Summary

Real Madrid leads Inter during their Champions League match after a productive first half in the home opener for manager José Mourinho. Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring in the 14th minute after capitalizing on a defensive error from Curtis Jones and Yann Bisseck. The goal moved Mbappé into a tie with Raúl for all-time scoring marks at the club. Federico Valverde added a second goal before the half-hour mark when he intercepted an attempted Cruyff turn from goalkeeper Josep Martínez. While Real Madrid struggled defensively during the opening period, Thibaut Courtois made several saves to keep the scoreline in the hosts' favor. The match continues at the Santiago Bernabéu, with Inter currently trailing by two goals.

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Key Details

•Kylian Mbappé scored in the 14th minute after an assist from Brahim Díaz.
•Federico Valverde doubled the Real Madrid lead by converting a defensive turnover.
•The match is the first European appearance for José Mourinho since his return to Real Madrid.
•Kylian Mbappé equaled the scoring total of club icon Raúl with the opening goal.
•Inter trails 2-0 as the match remains in progress.

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What they're saying

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Real Madrid were all at sea for the opening period of their Champions League clash with Inter but when you have players like Kylian Mbappé, you always have a chance. In José Mourinho's first Eur...
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