Overview

• Kylian Mbappé is poised to make his Club World Cup debut after recovering from acute gastroenteritis that sidelined him during the group stage.
• Dani Carvajal and Éder Militão have returned to full fitness, restoring depth and experience to Real Madrid’s defensive unit.
• Real Madrid topped Group H with two wins and a draw, while Juventus advanced from Group G following dominant victories over Al Ain and Wydad AC before a 5-2 loss to Manchester City.
• Xabi Alonso has emphasized forging a collective identity on both ends of the pitch, and Juventus coach Igor Tudor has urged his side to blend belief, hard work and precision.
• The winner at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium will face either Borussia Dortmund or Monterrey in the quarterfinals of the expanded 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.