It’s not Vinicius nor Kylian Mbappe: Real Madrid star aims to surpass Cristiano Ronaldo’s record in El Clasico against Barcelona in Copa del Rey final

A rising talent at Real Madrid is on the verge of surpassing a historic record set by Cristiano Ronaldo. As the Copa del Rey final approaches, this young forward has captured the attention of fans and pundits alike, with his performances mirroring those of one of the club’s greatest-ever players.

Already making headlines with his stunning goals and fearless approach, he now stands just one step away from eclipsing a feat that has remained untouched since Cristiano Ronaldo’s prime years in Madrid.

Los Blancos’ journey to the Copa del Rey final was anything but easy. In their semi-final clash against Real Sociedad, Carlo Ancelotti’s players found themselves in trouble early on, trailing after a goal from Ander Barrenetxea. But exactly when they needed a spark, their rising star, who wasn’t either one of Kylian Mbappe or Vinicius, brought it.

Receiving a pass from the latter, teenager Endrick executed a brilliant chipped finish over goalkeeper Alex Remiro, leveling the score at the Santiago Bernabeu. The goal not only helped his side force extra time—where Antonio Rudiger’s late goal ultimately secured their place in the final—but it also cemented this prodigy’s place in club history.

According to Opta, “Endrick Felipe has scored five goals in five games in the Copa del Rey 2024/25, becoming the first Real Madrid player to score five goals in the same edition of the tournament since Cristiano Ronaldo in 2012/13.” Now, with one game remaining, he has the chance to break that record outright.

Set to surpass Ronaldo’s mark?

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Copa del Rey performances in the 2012-13 season remain legendary, with seven goals in the competition. However, despite his brilliance, Real Madrid fell short in the final, losing to Atletico de Madrid.

Now, this young forward has the opportunity not only to match or surpass Ronaldo’s tally but also to lead the Whites to victory in the final against Barcelona.

His rise to prominence has been nothing short of spectacular. With limited opportunities in La Liga and the UEFA Champions League, he has maximized his chances in the Copa del Rey, forcing Carlo Ancelotti to take notice.