Real Madrid has confirmed that French forward Kylian Mbappé has been hospitalized following a sudden bout of acute gastroenteritis.
The announcement came via an official medical report released by the club on Thursday through its website.
According to the statement, the 25-year-old was admitted for medical observation and treatment, though no specific timeframe has been provided regarding his return to competitive action. Club doctors are currently monitoring his condition closely.
“Kylian Mbappé has been diagnosed with acute gastroenteritis and has been admitted to the hospital where he is undergoing a series of medical tests and receiving appropriate treatment,” the statement read.
This unexpected development comes at a critical juncture for Real Madrid, with several important fixtures on the horizon. Fans and analysts alike will be eager to see how quickly Mbappé recovers, considering his vital role in the team’s attacking setup.
Alonso Reflects on Underwhelming Draw Against Al Hilal
In related developments, Real Madrid’s head coach, Xabi Alonso, has expressed disappointment following his side’s underwhelming 1-1 draw against Saudi Arabian outfit Al Hilal in their opening fixture of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
The match, held at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, saw Real Madrid take the lead through young striker Gonzalo Garcia, only for Ruben Neves to pull Al Hilal level, ensuring a share of the points in a tense encounter.
During his post-match press conference, Alonso was candid about his team’s lacklustre first-half performance, noting that the players were not in sync and lacked composure in key moments.
“We were missing several key elements in the first half both in terms of pressing and in how we handled the ball,” Alonso remarked.
“At halftime, I urged the players to slow things down and be more deliberate in possession. We looked better in the second half, but still far from our best.
Alonso further identified Madrid’s struggle to maintain balance and control during transitions, which often left the team exposed and unable to dominate proceedings as expected.
“We had longer spells of possession after the break and managed to create some promising moves, but we need to be more consistent. We improved, yes but it wasn’t enough,” he added.
New Signings Shine on Debut
Despite the draw, Alonso took a moment to applaud the debut performances of Real Madrid’s recent acquisitions Dean Huijsen and Trent Alexander-Arnold both of whom featured competitively for the first time in a Madrid jersey.
“I’m happy for Dean and Trent. Making your debut for a club like Real Madrid is a milestone. They showed composure and a glimpse of what they can offer. They’re going to be very important for us going forward,” Alonso said.
The Spanish manager, who took over managerial duties earlier this season, has been steadily integrating young talents and new signings into the squad, aiming to build a more versatile and dynamic team ahead of tougher challenges in the Club World Cup and upcoming La Liga fixtures.
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