Kylian Mbappe Scores Net Breaking Volley, Moves PSG One Step Closer to Ligue 1 Crown: Video

• Paris Saint-Germain took a giant step in winning a record 11th Ligue 1 title after thumping Ajaccio
• A brace from Mbappe interlaced with solitary strikes from Fabian Ruiz and Achraf Hakimi in conjunction with an own goal from Mohamed Youssouf handed PSG a 5-0 win
• While PSG chases the Ligue 1 crown, Mbappe will set his sights on winning the top scorer's award for the second successive season

Kylian Mbappe continued his goal-scoring spree as Paris Saint-Germain inches closer to an 11th Ligue 1 crown with a brace against struggling Ajaccio.

Mbappe, who had scored five goals in his last four outings, netted a second-half double to help PSG tighten their grip at the summit of the table, going six points clear of second-placed Lens with three games to spare.

After experiencing a fairly quiet first half, the Frenchman burst into life after recess, scoring from a rebound after an initial attempt at goal fell kindly to him to score his first of the match and his side's third.

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He doubled his tally with an exquisite finish when he unleashed an unstoppable volley in front of the box, which headed straight into the roof of the net.

Kylian's brace against the relegation-threatened Ajaccio took his total strikes in the French top flight to 25 this season. According to GOAL, Mbappe becomes only the second Frenchman ever to score 25+ goals in four separate Ligue 1 campaigns.

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Mbappe rated ahead of Messi

Fabio Capello has sparked a fiery debate by asserting that Kylian Mbappe is presently better than Paris Saint-Germain teammate Lionel Messi, Sports Brief reported.

The former Real Madrid manager, held in high esteem for his savvy analysis and vast experience in the football world, made the claim hours before the 2023 Laureus Award ceremony.

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Capello lauded Messi for his well-documented achievements in his illustrious career, which has seen him scoop the Ballon d'Or on seven occasions, but argued Mbappe's exceptional speed, technical prowess, and proficiency in front of the goal make him the best player in the world presently.

Guti wants Mbappe to replace Benzema

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Real Madrid legend Guti has revealed who should lead the club’s attack next season should the reigning La Liga champions sign Kylian Mbappe from Paris Saint-Germain.

Mbappe is suddenly back on Real Madrid’s radar, with Los Blancos willing to shatter the current world record fee to sign the 24-year-old this summer.

Guti has now revealed Benzema should be dropped to the bench next season if Real Madrid are successful in their bid to sign Mbappe.