Real Madrid and Juventus face each other for the Round of 16 of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. Here’s what we know about Kylian Mbappe’s status for the match.
Real Madrid face Juventus for the Round of 16 of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup at the Hard Rock Stadium. Los Blancos are looking for a victory that will put them closer to a sixth title in the competition, and it seems like Kylian Mbappe could finally make his debut in the tournament.
“Kylian is doing very well. Tomorrow morning we’ll make a decision,” said coach Xabi Alonso in a press conference ahead of the match. “It’s a big possibility that he makes his Club World Cup debut tomorrow, though. I don’t know how much, but it’s a big possibility.”
Mbappe has missed the first three matches of the competition after being hospitalized due to an acute gastroenteritis. However, as he is recovered, it seems like fans will finally see him in action after a few weeks.
Real Madrid is coming from winning their last two matches, 3-0 against RB Salzburg and 3-1 against Pachuca, after starting their campaign with a 1-1 draw with Al Hilal. After ending atg the top of the group H, now they face Juventus, who ended second in the group G, behind Manchester City, who are eliminated after losing to Al Hilal.
As Los Blancos start a new cycle under Alonso, the match against Juventus will be a test for the new project. Without Mbappe, 21-year-old Gonzalo Garcia has emerged as one of the leaders in the attack, scoring two goals and providing one assist so far.
Real Madrid recover more players
Apart from Mbappe, other players that are fit to return to the pitch include Endrick, Dani Carvajal and Eder Militao, who are all recovering from injuries. Meanwhile, Raul Asencio is also available after serving his one-game suspension.
Vinicius, who ended his eight-match drought with a goal against Salzburg, have also contributed to the team’s wins. If Mbappe plays today, it is expected that he will play alongside the Brazilian star in attack.
From: bolavip.com