Alonso's Real Madrid delivers positive vibes against Tirol, a week after his league debut with the club
Real Madrid Secures Impressive 4-0 Victory Over WSG Tirol in Preseason Friendly
Real Madrid kicked off their preseason preparations for the 2025-26 La Liga campaign with a convincing 4-0 victory over WSG Tirol in a friendly match held at the Tivoli Stadion Tirol in Innsbruck, Austria.
The starting lineup for Real Madrid featured some of the team's key players, including Kylian Mbappé, Aurélien Tchouaméni, Arda Gülü, and David Alaba. Mbappé, in particular, was a standout performer, scoring twice and posing a constant threat throughout the match.
Mbappé's first goal came in the 10th minute, a header from a Brahim Díaz cross, while his second was a result of a millimeter pass from Gülü in the 59th minute. Eder Militão and Rodrygo Goes also found the back of the net for Real Madrid.
The presence and performance of other players like Militão, Tchouaméni, Gülü, and Alaba contributed to Real Madrid's control and dominance, although detailed individual stats for these three are not explicitly documented in the available match reports.
Xabi Alonso, the coach, tested placing Alaba as a defensive midfielder during the match. High pressure from Real Madrid led to the second goal, a tactic Alonso wants his players to employ. A filtered pass from Tchouaméni connected with Mbappé for his second goal.
Arda Gülü hit the crossbar with a shot from the edge of the box early in the match, showcasing his potential. Álvaro Carreras maintained his intensity throughout the match, despite Madrid lowering their pace towards the end.
Thiago Pitarch and Roberto Martín, youth academy players, were brought on in the final stretch of the match. Real Madrid's offensive strength was evident, with Mbappé's effectiveness in front of goal highlighting this. The clean sheet reflected defensive solidity, likely supported by players such as Militão and Alaba.
The match was marred by instances of fan intrusion onto the field for the second time during the match, causing some confusion. WSG Tirol received two yellow cards, one each for Schweighofer in the 48th minute and Taferner in the 68th minute.
This performance underscores positive preseason momentum for Real Madrid under coach Xabi Alonso ahead of the new season. Mbappé's brace and the team's overall dominance bode well for the upcoming season.
Real Madrid's preseason preparations for the European football leagues, including La Liga, were promising as they displayed a dominant performance in a friendly against WSG Tirol, setting a positive tone for coach Xabi Alonso's strategies. Mbappé's impressive double against WSG Tirol indicates his form and readiness for the upcoming football season.
