Overview

• Kylian Mbappé was hospitalized on June 19 with acute gastroenteritis and missed Real Madrid’s 1-1 draw against Al-Hilal.
• He was discharged the same day and returned to the club’s training camp to follow a specific treatment plan and gradual return to activity.
• Coach Xabi Alonso has made Mbappé’s participation in upcoming group matches against Pachuca on June 22 and RB Salzburg on June 26 contingent on his recovery progress.
• In Mbappé’s absence, Gonzalo García scored Madrid’s opener while Federico Valverde later saw a stoppage-time penalty saved.
• Real Madrid had counted on Mbappé’s goal-scoring record and dynamic play to drive their Club World Cup campaign forward.