Real Madrid vs Pachuca match review, 2:00 a.m. June 23: Be careful after the first misstep of the tournament

VHO - Commentary on the match Real Madrid vs Pachuca, FIFA Club World Cup, after a disappointing opening match, Xabi Alonso and his team need a win to confirm their number one position in Group H.

Real Madrid vs Pachuca form

There have been some surprises at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. Real Madrid are one of the main characters in the statistics that go against predictions.

In the opening match, Los Blancos only had to face the underdog Al Hilal (Saudi Arabia). But instead of creating an overwhelming game and a rain of goals on the opposite goal, the Spanish Royal team disappointed when they were held to a 1-1 draw by their opponent from West Asia.

The debut of new coach Xabi Alonso was not satisfactory but it probably did not affect Real Madrid's journey in the tournament in the US. The leading bullfighting team is still the strongest candidate for the top spot and one of the two tickets to the next round in Group H. That will likely be revealed from the second match.

With their performance after the opening match, Pachuca is the most underestimated team. The representative from Mexico received a 1-2 defeat at the hands of Red Bull Salzburg and the door to the next round will likely close soon for them if they continue to come up empty-handed.

Facing Real Madrid, who are missing many key players in defense, Pachuca's current potential is not enough for them to dream too much. The team from the North American region will most likely have to enter the match with a defensive strategy and wait for opportunities from the opponent's high-level situations.

Overall, Pachuca's chances of creating a surprise are not high. Look no further than the Intercontinental Cup final in December last year, when the team under coach Jaime Lozano lost 0-3 to Real Madrid.

After a disappointing start, Real need to prove their strength as a leading candidate for the championship.

In this rematch, the hopes for the 2024 CONCACAF Champions Cup champion are a little brighter due to the lack of personnel on the other side of the front line. However, to gain points in the context of Real Madrid becoming more vigilant after the opening match, I'm afraid it will be very difficult.

Real Madrid have introduced two new signings in defence, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dean Huijsen, but the performances of the duo have not really met expectations. Of course, it is only their debuts after all and the two stars from the Premier League will need more time to adapt.

In the context of no more trustworthy replacements, Trent and Dean still promise to be trusted in the starting lineup. That will be an opportunity for them to prove their abilities. The match may not be too easy for Los Blancos, but with their bravery and many bright stars, Bellingham and his teammates promise to overcome the difficulties.

Real Madrid vs Pachuca squad information

Real Madrid: Dani Carvajal, David Alaba, Eder Militao, Eduardo Camavinga, Ferland Mendy and Endrick are still absent due to injury. Kylian Mbappe is also undergoing separate treatment so his participation is unlikely.

Pachuca: Full squad. Salomon Rondon and Kennedy, two former Premier League players, are the most notable names.

Real Madrid vs Pachuca predicted lineup

Real Madrid: Courtois; Alexander-Arnold, Asencio, Huijsen, F Garcia; Valverde, Tchouameni, Bellingham; Rodrygo, Garcia, Vinicius

Pachuca: Moreno; Rodriguez, Bauermann, Pereira, Gonzalez; Montiel, Pedraza, Palavecino; Dominguez, Rondon, Kennedy

Prediction: 2-0

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