This weekend heralds the FIFA 2025 Club World Cup quarterfinals, and with it, we have Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund, a rematch of the 2024 UEFA Champions League Final. The stakes are nowhere near as high this time around, but both sides want that prize money, so it's time to ball out. It is very debatable how meaningful/meaningless this tournament is, and honestly, there are … [Read more...] about Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund Starting Lineup Predictions (Club World Cup Quarter-final)
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Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund Team News: Bellingham, Mbappe, Gittens
We will not have a Bellingham vs. Bellingham matchup in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Quarter-finals when Real Madrid takes on Borussia Dortmund. While Jude Bellingham will play a part (against his former side) on Saturday afternoon, his younger brother, Jobe Bellingham will miss out due to yellow card suspension. Jobe picked up his second yellow of the tournament last night, … [Read more...] about Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund Team News: Bellingham, Mbappe, Gittens
Real Madrid Starting Lineup Prediction vs Juventus
Kylian Mbappe is back to match fit and Endrick is back in training for Real Madrid, providing a double fitness boost. However, don't expect either one to start against Juventus on Tuesday night. Mbappe will likely off the bench while Endrick won't be available- he's being eased along slowly. All in all, this should be as box office as it gets, at least by Club … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Starting Lineup Prediction vs Juventus
Real Madrid Team News vs Juventus: Kylian Mbappe, Endrick
Real Madrid are getting some reinforcements for their next Club World Cup clash. Per a report, Kylian Mbappe will be available for the knockout round clash against Juventus. The French phenom has reportedly now built up his match fitness levels, having resumed training, after recovery from gastroenteritis. Having Mbappe back will be a massive boost for Madrid. There is more … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Team News vs Juventus: Kylian Mbappe, Endrick
Real Madrid Starting XI Prediction vs RB Salzburg (Club World Cup)
Of all the different priorities and challenges that lay ahead for first year Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso, the primary one may be managing egos and personalities. Alonso has to make sure that all the superstars are happy and getting their minutes on the pitch. You don't want anyone unsettled, and from there, then wanting out. It's a story angle to watch for on Thursday night … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Starting XI Prediction vs RB Salzburg (Club World Cup)
Real Madrid Team News vs RB Salzburg: Kylian Mbappe Remains a Doubt
We're still waiting on the 2025 Club World Cup debut of Kylian Mbappe, as he continues his recovery from a virus. That virus is reportedly an acute form of gastroenteritis, and it was a case that was severe enough to hospitalize the French winger/forward/striker. Mbappe is back in training, and it's clear from videos and photos that he's recently dropped some weight. The weight … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Team News vs RB Salzburg: Kylian Mbappe Remains a Doubt
Real Madrid Starting Lineup Prediction vs Pachuca (Club World Cup)
The Pachuca clash just cannot come fast enough for Real Madrid. It is debatable how serious the bigger clubs are taking this 2025 Club World Cup (or at least how serious they should be taking it), but a draw with Al Hilal in the opener has to feel like a loss for Los Blancos. When Fede Valverde missed that injury time penalty kick...well Madristas everywhere had to feel … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Starting Lineup Prediction vs Pachuca (Club World Cup)
Real Madrid Team News vs Pachuca: Kylian Mbappe Update
There is just one fitness/availability concern for Real Madrid, ahead of their second Club World Cup match, but it is huge one. Kylian Mbappe missed the score draw with Al Hilal, as well as the training session that preceded it, due to a fever. It turns out that the fever was a symptom of something more serious- gastroenteritis, which landed him in the hospital. … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Team News vs Pachuca: Kylian Mbappe Update
Real Madrid Starting Lineup Prediction vs Al-Hilal (Club World Cup)
The Xabi Alonso era is here! As Real Madrid commence their 2025 FIFA Club World Cup campaign, which starts on Wednesday night versus Al-Hilal, their branding has been unveiled. The centerpiece of their marketing campaign is their brand new manager, Xabi, who will coach the team, in a competitive match, for the first ever this midweek. We could see also the debut of the … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Starting Lineup Prediction vs Al-Hilal (Club World Cup)
Real Madrid Team News vs Al-Hilal: Camavinga, Militao, Rudiger, Carvajal, Alaba
By the time this past season had ended, Real Madrid had a very lengthy list of walking wounded. That list included the likes of Eder Militao (cruciate ligament), Antonio Rudiger, Dani Carvajal (cruciate ligament), David Alaba (meniscus), Ferland Mendy, Endrick and Eduardo Camavinga. However, preparations for the 2025 Club World Cup competition has seeing their injured … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Team News vs Al-Hilal: Camavinga, Militao, Rudiger, Carvajal, Alaba