Xabi Alonso has confirmed that Kylian Mbappe will sit out Real Madrid's upcoming Club World Cup match against Pachuca due to acute gastroenteritis, although he has been discharged from the hospital. Alonso expressed optimism regarding Mbappe's return for their upcoming game against Red Bull Salzburg. Real Madrid is currently second in their group after drawing with Al-Hilal, which ended an impressive winning streak in the tournament. Historical matchups indicate Madrid's previous dominance over Pachuca, having won decisively in their last encounter.
Alonso indicated that despite Kylian Mbappe missing the Club World Cup clash with Pachuca due to illness, there are hopes for his return against Red Bull Salzburg.
Mbappe showed improvement after his hospital discharge; however, Alonso assessed that the Sunday match would still pose challenges for the player’s return.
The Club World Cup draw with Al-Hilal marked Real Madrid's first non-victory in the tournament since a 2000 draw, ending their historic winning streak.
Earlier encounters between Real Madrid and Pachuca favored Madrid, who decisively defeated the Mexican side 3-0 in the FIFA Intercontinental Cup last year.
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