In the FIFA Club World Cup opener held in Miami, Real Madrid faced Al Hilal, resulting in a 1-1 draw. The match highlighted Real's struggle under new manager Xabi Alonso, particularly in the challenging heat. Gonzalo Garcia scored for Real, yet Al Hilal equalized through a Ruben Neves penalty. Despite controlling the second half and having several scoring chances, Real Madrid failed to secure a win, with a late missed penalty illustrating their struggles, while Al Hilal showed promise under coach Simone Inzaghi, despite the absence of key players.
Real Madrid laboured to a 1-1 draw against a spirited Al Hilal in the FIFA Club World Cup as Xabi Alonso's managerial debut failed to launch in Florida.
Al Hilal made an early statement of its potential by holding its own against the Spanish power, showing enough attacking intent to rattle their illustrious opponents.
The first half was not as good as the second; we improved and had better chances and control, said Alonso, evaluating his side's performance.
A last-gasp missed penalty from Federico Valverde summed up a day when Real's legs, and ideas, wilted in the heat and humidity.
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