Madrid Survives Red Card Scare vs Pachuca

What a wild opener for Xabi Alonso’s Madrid! Down to 10 men early after Raul Asencio’s red for stopping Rondon, Los Blancos still powered through with Bellingham, Guler, and Valverde all finding the net. Pachuca brought serious heat—Montiel got one back and Rondon kept Courtois busy—but King Thibaut was unbeatable. Alonso’s first Club World Cup win wasn’t easy, but Madrid showed real grit. Thoughts on that red card and Pachuca’s pressing? #RealMadrid #ClubWorldCup #Pachuca #Sports #Soccer