Real Madrid’s manager, Xabi Alonso, has revealed the squad that will represent the Spanish giants at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, set to kick off this weekend in the United States. The prestigious tournament, running from June 14 to July 13, will see Los Blancos compete in Group H, with their opening match against Saudi Arabia’s Al Hilal scheduled for next Wednesday.
Alonso, who took the helm at Real Madrid earlier this year, has assembled a formidable 32-player roster, blending seasoned stars with emerging talents. The squad features a robust goalkeeping unit led by Thibaut Courtois, supported by Andriy Lunin, Fran González, and Sergio Mestre.
The defensive line is equally strong, with stalwarts Dani Carvajal, Éder Militão, David Alaba, and Antonio Rüdiger joined by new signing Trent Alexander-Arnold, alongside Lucas Vázquez, Fran García, Ferland Mendy, Dean Huijsen, Youssef, Jacobo, Asencio, Fortea, and Diego Aguado.
In midfield, Alonso has selected a dynamic mix of youth and experience. Standouts include Jude Bellingham, Eduardo Camavinga, Federico Valverde, Luka Modrić, and Aurélien Tchouameni, complemented by Arda Güler, Dani Ceballos, Chema, Víctor Muñoz, and Mario Martín. The attacking lineup is poised to dazzle, featuring Vinícius Jr., Kylian Mbappé, Rodrygo, Endrick, Brahim Díaz, and Gonzalo, ensuring Real Madrid’s offensive firepower remains a key strength.
The expanded 32-team Club World Cup, hosted across various U.S. cities, promises intense competition, and Real Madrid, under Alonso’s leadership, is aiming to reclaim the title they last won in 2022.