Mbappé Scores 4 in Real Madrid Win, Arsenal Beat Bayern in UCL/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ Kylian Mbappé fired four goals, including a record-setting hat trick, to lead Real Madrid past Olympiakos. Arsenal stunned Bayern Munich with a commanding win, and rising teenage stars made headlines across Europe. From veteran David Luiz to 17-year-old scorers, a dramatic night lit up the Champions League.
Champions League Highlights Quick Looks
- Kylian Mbappé scored four goals in Real Madrid’s 4–3 win at Olympiakos.
- Mbappé recorded the second-fastest hat trick in Champions League history.
- Arsenal defeated Bayern Munich 3–1 to take top spot in their group.
- PSG thrashed Tottenham 5–3, with Vitinha scoring a hat trick.
- Liverpool fell 4–1 at home to PSV Eindhoven.
- Teenagers Lennart Karl, Viktor Dadason, and Geovany Quenda all scored.
- 38-year-old David Luiz scored for Pafos in a 2–2 draw with Monaco.
- Atalanta scored three times in five minutes to beat Eintracht Frankfurt 3–0.
- Inter Milan lost 2–1 to Atlético Madrid after a stoppage-time header.
- Champions League top scorer: Mbappé with 9 goals.
Mbappé Scores Four in Real Madrid Win, Arsenal Beat Bayern in UCL
Deep Look
A thrilling night of Champions League football brought stunning goals, historic performances, and a powerful reminder that Europe’s top competition continues to produce magic — whether from seasoned icons or emerging teen prodigies.
The headliner was once again Kylian Mbappé, who delivered a sensational four-goal performance for Real Madrid in a hard-fought 4–3 win over Olympiakos. Playing with his trademark flair and speed, the 26-year-old French forward scored three times between the 22nd and 29th minutes, making it the second-fastest hat trick in Champions League history, clocking in at six minutes and 42 seconds. He added a fourth in the 60th minute to seal the win.
Mbappé’s achievement trails only Mohamed Salah, who recorded a six-minute, 12-second hat trick for Liverpool against Rangers in 2022. It also marked Mbappé’s second hat trick this season and the fifth of his Champions League career. Now with nine goals, he leads the competition’s scoring chart, ahead of Victor Osimhen, who remains sidelined with an injury.
Arsenal Upsets Bayern, Tops Group
In another marquee matchup, Arsenal defeated Bayern Munich 3–1 in a clash between the Premier League and Bundesliga leaders. It was Bayern’s first loss of the season, and Arsenal’s fifth consecutive Champions League win, making them the only club with a perfect 5–0 record in this year’s group stage.
While 17-year-old Lennart Karl briefly leveled the score for Bayern with a sublime first-time finish, Arsenal controlled most of the game. Their high-intensity play left Bayern on the back foot, and the Gunners now sit atop their group standings.
Teenage Talent Steals the Spotlight
The night also saw the rise of multiple teen phenoms, all under 18, who found the back of the net on Europe’s biggest stage.
- Viktor Dadason (17) continued to make Champions League history with a towering header that helped Copenhagen earn a 3–2 win over Kairat Almaty. Dadason was already the third-youngest scorer in UCL history and remains one of the breakout stars of the tournament.
- Geovany Quenda (18) scored a standout goal for Sporting Lisbon in their 3–0 win over Club Brugge, turning gracefully before hooking a brilliant left-footed shot into the corner. Quenda is set to join Chelsea after the season and is already drawing comparisons to elite wing-backs.
Veteran Presence: David Luiz’s Comeback
At the other end of the age spectrum, 38-year-old David Luiz reminded fans he’s still got something left. Playing for Pafos, the Cypriot champions, Luiz scored a powerful header to help his side earn a 2–2 draw with Monaco. It was Luiz’s first Champions League goal since 2017 and made him the second-oldest scorer in competition history, behind Porto’s Pepe.
Monaco led 2–1 after a goal from U.S. forward Folarin Balogun, who intercepted a poor back pass from the Pafos keeper and slotted it home. But a bizarre own goal in the 88th minute — when a rebound off the crossbar struck Mohammed Salisu — leveled the game.
Elsewhere in Europe
- Paris Saint-Germain made a statement with a 5–3 win over Tottenham, led by a hat trick from Vitinha. The reigning champions look increasingly dangerous as they chase back-to-back titles.
- Atalanta stunned Eintracht Frankfurt with three goals in five minutes, starting in the 60th minute with Ademola Lookman. The rapid-fire scoring silenced the home crowd and cemented Atalanta’s rising form.
- Atlético Madrid pulled off late drama against Inter Milan, with captain José María Giménez scoring a stoppage-time header to seal a 2–1 victory — the 42nd and final goal of the day across all matches.
- Liverpool’s struggles continued at Anfield with a 4–1 home defeat to PSV Eindhoven, raising concerns about their European campaign under pressure.
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