Mbappe's October surge secures La Liga Player of the Month

Confirmed Kylian Mbappe has been named the La Liga Player of the Month for October after a prolific spell that saw him score four goals in three league games, with fans voting him ahead of Barcelona teenager Lamine Yamal.

He failed to find the net in Real Madrid's 1-0 win over Villarreal. He then scored a double in the next league match against Sevilla, helping the hosts to a 4-1 victory. Mbappe added another brace in the El Clasico at the Spotify Camp Nou, securing a win that ended Barcelona's streak.

The French forward's October tally of four goals came from three La Liga appearances. Overall this season he has recorded 17 goals and three assists from 16 appearances in all competitions for Real Madrid. His award follows Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho being named La Liga Coach of the Month for October after the side won all three of its league games.