Overview

• Real Madrid confirmed the striker was hospitalized on June 18 with acute gastroenteritis for examinations and treatment
• Mbappé was absent from Real Madrid’s 1-1 draw with Al Hilal and now faces a race against time to join Sunday’s match against Pachuca
• Coach Xabi Alonso described the infection as serious and said a final decision on his involvement will be made in the coming days
• Under strict medical supervision, he has been limited to a liquid diet of fruit and energy drinks due to gastrointestinal complications
• The club cited Miami’s extreme heat and 65% humidity as a factor in taking extra precautions for the player’s health