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Overview
- Kickoff is set for 16:00 Brasília time at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, with live coverage in Brazil on ESPN and Disney+.
- Xabi Alonso said Mbappé arrived overnight and trained with the squad and that medical staff, coaches and the player will decide whether he starts or comes on later.
- Alonso stressed risk control over rushing returns, saying the staff are not taking reckless risks in selection decisions.
- Hansi Flick called Mbappé a world-class forward but said Barcelona will stick to their own style and are not intimidated by a possible return.
- Real Madrid weigh defensive fixes with Rüdiger close to ruled out, Alaba doubtful and Asensio hurt, while Barcelona miss Ter Stegen, Christensen and Gavi and remain without Ronald Araújo.