Real Madrid Ready to Rock at Club World Cup: Facing Al Hilal!
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Real Madrid's quest for Club World Cup glory kicks off! The Whites are set to face Saudi Arabia's Al Hilal in their opening match, held at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. This tournament marks a significant opportunity for Real Madrid to cap off the 2024-25 season with another trophy, adding to their European Super Cup and Intercontinental Cup triumphs.
Fans can catch all the action and exclusive videos on RM Play. This match also marks Xabi Alonso's debut as Real Madrid coach. Speaking to the press, Alonso emphasized the importance of the upcoming challenge, stating: “The rock and roll begins, the moment of truth!”.
The squad, which boasts 34 players, including potential debutants Huijsen and Trent Alexander-Arnold, completed a week of intensive training at Real Madrid City before heading to the United States to finalize their preparations.
Al Hilal: A formidable opponent
Al Hilal, the most successful team in Saudi Arabia with 19 league titles, finished second in their domestic championship this season. Their star-studded squad includes players like Bono, Milinković-Savić, Renan Lodi, Rúben Neves, and Joao Cancelo. They'll also have a new coach, following Simone Inzaghi's recent appointment.
This isn't the first time these two giants have clashed. Real Madrid previously defeated Al Hilal in the 2022 final in Rabat, securing their eighth Club World Cup title with a thrilling 5-3 victory. Will history repeat itself? Tune in to find out!
Key to Victory
- Strong start: Securing three wins in the group stage is crucial.
- Exploiting Al Hilal's new coach situation.
- Leveraging the talent of debutants Huijsen and Alexander-Arnold.