US EditionKylian Mbappe Expected to Return From Illness Against Salzburg at Club World Cup
- Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe missed the opening FIFA Club World Cup matches due to acute gastroenteritis and was hospitalized briefly in Florida.
- Mbappe’s illness led head coach Xabi Alonso to select Gonzalo Garcia, a 21-year-old Castilla striker, to start in his place against Al Hilal and Pachuca.
- Gonzalo Garcia scored in the 1-1 draw with Al Hilal, with Alonso praising his performance and expressing optimism about Mbappe’s recovery.
- Alonso stated, "He's better," and indicated Mbappe was discharged two days ago, recovering day by day and potentially available for the last group game against Salzburg.
- Mbappe’s return could boost Real Madrid, who finished last season without trophies, while decisions on his participation will be made as the Club World Cup progresses.
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Madrid coach Alonso provides update on Mbappe ahead of Club World Cup game against Pachuca: 'We're optimistic about...'
Kylian Mbappe had missed Real Madrid's opening game of the FIFA Club World Cup against Al-Hilal and was admitted to a hospital on Thursday for a bout of gastroenteritis.
French star Kylian Mbappé missed Real Madrid's first match of the Club World Cup against Al Hilal due to a severe gastroenteritis infection. Although the player left the hospital the same day, his health condition has not yet allowed him to return to training...
Kylian Mbappé will also miss Real Madrid's second match at the Club World Cup. Coach Xabi Alonso has left his star player out of his squad for the clash against Mexican club Pachuca.
Second day, second duel for Xabi. After the first before Al Hilal, a doubt. Rodrygo or Güler. Because, with Mbappé discarded, Gonzalo will repeat.
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