In his managerial debut for Real Madrid, Xabi Alonso faced a tough match against Al Hilal in the Club World Cup, drawing 1-1. Gonzalo García put Madrid ahead early on, but Al Hilal's Rúben Neves equalized from a penalty. Despite a late chance for victory through a VAR-awarded penalty, Federico Valverde's shot was saved. The match highlighted Real's struggle in oppressive Miami heat, where both their stamina and creativity suffered against a determined Al Hilal side, who now look towards a critical match against RB Salzburg.
Real Madrid struggled against Al Hilal in their Club World Cup opener, drawing 1-1 despite an initial lead, leaving mixed feelings on Xabi Alonso's debut.
Federico Valverde's penalty save by Al Hilal keeper Yassine Bounou epitomized a frustrating match for Real Madrid under Xabi Alonso and a humid Miami sun.
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