Real Madrid is riding high on a five-game winning streak, highlighted by a notable 2-1 victory against fierce rivals Barcelona in El Clasico.

Following the international break, Jose Mourinho has implemented strategic adjustments that have enhanced the team’s performance on both ends of the pitch.

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At the heart of their attack is Kylian Mbappe, whose success is pivotal to the team’s fortunes.

His standout performance against Barcelona, where he netted two goals, underscored his incredible form.

According to Diario AS, Mbappe has achieved an impressive tally of 14 goals in just 13 matches for Los Blancos this season, averaging one goal every 83 minutes.

This scoring frequency highlights his consistent contributions since the season commenced.

Mbappe Excels with More Than One Goal per Game

Out of his 14 goals, 11 have been scored in La Liga, putting him in strong contention for the Pichichi trophy and the European Golden Shoe.

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He has also managed to score three times in the Champions League, finding the back of the net against teams like Inter Milan, Roma, and RB Leipzig.

Kylian Mbappe has displayed remarkable scoring ability this season. (Photo by Diego Souto/Getty Images)

His scoring run has intensified alongside Madrid’s positive form, with the forward securing six goals in his last five games.

Mbappe’s impact on the squad’s success is evident when examining the goal statistics of his teammates.

His 14 goals outnumber the contributions of the next best scorers on the team, as four players each have managed three goals apiece.

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With an average of one goal every 83 minutes, Mbappe stands out as an essential asset.

Only Raphinha from Barcelona, who has 15 goals, currently surpasses him in the Pichichi standings, and Mbappe aims to narrow the gap during the match against Racing Santander.

Mourinho Faces Challenge in Managing Key Player’s Minutes

Mbappe’s remarkable goal-scoring efficiency is even more significant given the limited minutes he has spent on the field.

Jose Mourinho faces a crucial decision regarding Kylian Mbappe’s playing time. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Having played 1,161 of the possible 1,170 minutes this season, Mbappe has emerged as the most-used outfield player across Europe’s elite leagues.

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Real Madrid’s reliance on him for goals means Mourinho is cautious about allowing many minutes to pass without the Frenchman on the pitch.

Nevertheless, the coach must recognize the importance of managing Mbappe’s minutes moving forward.

As the fixtures become more demanding and the number of away matches rises, Mourinho needs to handle the player prudently.

The games following the clash with Racing present the manager an opportunity to experiment with tactics that don’t include Mbappe. It remains to be seen whether he will take that approach.