Overview

• Sergio Ramos declared that Real Madrid remain the team to beat in global competitions as they seek their first trophy of the season.
• Madrid will open their Club World Cup campaign against Saudi Arabian side Al Hilal in Miami on June 18.
• Recent arrivals Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dean Huijsen add depth to a squad still seeking silverware this season.
• Ramos defended Kylian Mbappé’s impact on the team, predicting the forward will claim four to five Ballon d’Or awards over the next decade.
• The former captain admitted he would rather avoid a match against his old teammates to sidestep the emotional discomfort.