Watch: Mbappe Scores on Debut as Real Madrid Wins European Super Cup

French striker Kylian Mbappe made a memorable debut for Real Madrid, scoring a goal in their 2-0 victory over Atalanta to secure the European Super Cup on Wednesday. Uruguayan midfielder Federico Valverde opened the scoring for the European champions in the 59th minute with a close-range finish, and Mbappe sealed the win nine minutes later with a stunning strike into the top corner, assisted by Jude Bellingham.

This victory marked Real Madrid’s sixth Super Cup title, setting a new record and surpassing both Barcelona and AC Milan, who have each won the competition five times. Mbappe, who joined Real Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain in June, had an earlier opportunity to score in the 15th minute, but his first-time shot was blocked by Atalanta’s defense.

Atalanta, competing in their first Super Cup after winning the Europa League, showed resilience against their more experienced opponents. After withstanding Real Madrid’s early pressure, Gian Piero Gasperini’s team grew in confidence, with Marten de Roon’s deflected shot hitting the crossbar.

The Italian side continued to create chances, with Ederson narrowly missing the target from distance, and Real Madrid’s goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois making a crucial save from Ademola Lookman. Rodrygo had a golden opportunity to extend Real’s lead just before halftime but struck the bar from a Vinicius Jr. cross.

Atalanta maintained their pressure in the second half, with Mario Pasalic forcing a brilliant fingertip save from Courtois. However, Real Madrid broke the deadlock when Valverde capitalized on a precise pass from Vinicius Jr.

Real Madrid could have further extended their lead, with Vinicius missing a chance following a counter-attack and Bellingham squandering two opportunities before setting up Mbappe for Real’s second goal. The 25-year-old Mbappe, who had previously won seven Ligue 1 titles with PSG and Monaco but had not yet claimed a European club title, was substituted seven minutes before the final whistle, capping off a successful debut.