Xabi Alonso names Real Madrid squad to face Pachuca in Club World Cup tie, including Bellingham, Vinicius Jr. and Rodrygo. Match set for Charlotte on Sunday
Xabi Alonso names Real Madrid squad for Sunday’s FIFA Club World Cup clash against Mexican side Pachuca, with key stars Vinicius Junior, Rodrygo and Jude Bellingham all included.
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The match is scheduled to take place at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte.
Real Madrid approach the fixture on the back of a 1–1 draw with Al Hilal in their previous game. Alonso, now leading Los Blancos in their international campaign, is expected to rotate carefully while fielding a competitive lineup in the knockout stage of the tournament.
In goal, the trio of Thibaut Courtois, Andriy Lunin and Fran González has been selected, offering depth and reliability at the back.
Defensively, Alonso has named a wide range of options including Antonio Rüdiger, Lucas Vázquez, Fran García and young talents like Huijsen and Diego Aguado.
The midfield includes a blend of experience and youth, with Luka Modrić, Aurélien Tchouaméni, Fede Valverde and Dani Ceballos joined by exciting prospects such as Arda Güler and Mario Martín. Jude Bellingham, fresh from a strong run of form, is expected to play a pivotal role in orchestrating the attack.
Up front, the Spanish giants will rely on the pace and creativity of Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo, alongside Brahim Díaz and Gonzalo.
The attacking quartet is likely to pose a serious threat to Pachuca, who will be keen to contain Madrid’s offensive firepower.
Xabi Alonso names Real Madrid squad with an eye on balance, youth and tournament experience, as they aim to secure a spot in the final.
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The Club World Cup remains a key target for the Spanish side, and Alonso’s selections reflect their determination to lift the international trophy once again.
