Mbappe Returns, Garcia Strikes as Real Madrid Edge Juventus to Enter FIFA Club World Cup Quarters

Real Madrid defeated Juventus 1-0 in the FIFA Club World Cup Round of 16 as Kylian Mbappe made his return and Gonzalo Garcia netted the winner at Hard Rock Stadium.

Miami Gardens, Florida | July 1, 2025 —
Real Madrid booked their place in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 quarterfinals with a gritty 1-0 victory over Juventus, courtesy of a 54th-minute header from Gonzalo Garcia, while Kylian Mbappe made his much-anticipated return from illness as a second-half substitute.

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Played in front of a 62,000-strong crowd at Hard Rock Stadium, it was a tactical battle that saw Xabi Alonso’s side overcome early Juventus pressure to take control of the match.

Garcia’s decisive goal came when Trent Alexander-Arnold whipped in a cross from the right, which the young forward met with a precise header for his third goal in four games of the tournament.

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⚽ First Half: Juventus Start Bright, Real Grow Into the Game

Juventus, led by Igor Tudor, came out with intent. Kenan Yildiz created the first big opportunity, setting up Randal Kolo Muani, whose chip attempt over Thibaut Courtois sailed high.

Moments later, Yildiz fired a powerful shot deflected just wide by Aurelien Tchouameni, but Real Madrid responded well. Jude Bellingham, Federico Valverde, and Alexander-Arnold tested Juventus goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio as the Spanish side took control before halftime.

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🔁 Second Half: Madrid Dominate, Mbappe Returns

Madrid continued their momentum after the break. Bellingham and Valverde came close, and Dean Huijsen had his powerful effort saved. Finally, the breakthrough came in the 54th minute as Garcia headed in the winner.

Juventus nearly responded through Francisco Conceicao and Nicolas Gonzalez, but Courtois held firm. Mbappe’s entrance in the 68th minute drew loud cheers and brought a fresh energy to Madrid’s attack.

Despite a few late scares, including a crisp shot by Arda Guler that was kept out by Di Gregorio, Real Madrid held on for the win.

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🔜 Next Up

Real Madrid will face the winner of Borussia Dortmund vs Monterrey in the quarterfinals.

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