Real Madrid names new captains: Dani Carvajal takes the armband, with Valverde, Courtois, and a surprising Vinicius Junior joining the leadership group, even as transfer talks swirl around the Brazilian star.
Real Madrid secured their Club World Cup quarter-final spot after a 1-0 win over Juventus. Coach Xabi Alonso lauded Gonzalo Garcia's form, the team's progress, and provided updates on Kylian Mbappe's return.
Real Madrid kicked off their Club World Cup campaign with a dramatic 1-1 draw against Al-Hilal in Miami. Trent Alexander-Arnold debuted, while Federico Valverde's late penalty was saved, denying Xabi Alonso a debut win.