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Club World Cup updates, odds: Real Madrid draw shows scale of Alonso's task

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created: June 19, 2025, 1:46 p.m. | updated: June 19, 2025, 9:23 p.m.

(1:14)Open Extended ReactionsThe 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is off and running, with plenty of talking points and storylines already. The lead: Xabi Alonso will need more time as Real Madrid wilt in Miami heat vs. Al HilalMIAMI -- Meet the new Real Madrid? It was not the best day for Xabi Alonso and Real Madrid as their Club World Cup campaign began with a stressful 1-1 draw vs. Al Hilal with drama galore. For Porto, this game comes after a 0-0 draw against Palmeiras in their Club World Cup debut. Botafogo are not here to make up the numbers, having navigated past MLS side Seattle 2-1 in their first Club World Cup game despite absorbing a ton of pressure.

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