Summer signings Dean Huijsen and Trent Alexander-Arnold both made their club debuts as Alonso's side were held to a 1-1 draw by Al Hilal in their FIFA Club World Cup opener. Gonzalo Garcia superbly fired Real Madrid into a first-half lead before Ruben Neves equalised from the penalty spot.

Real Madrid's debut in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup did not end as expected. They drew 1-1 against Al Hilal at the Hard Rock Stadium. Both teams ended with one point after the first matchday of the group.

Real Madrid mark the start of a new era on Wednesday when they take on Al Hilal in their first group stage match of the Club World Cup. New head coach Xabi Alonso will take charge of his debut