Real Madrid flogs WSG Tirol
Here’s a video of the Real Madrid vs WSG Tirol highlights—a YouTube recap featuring goals and key moments from the match. Enjoy the action!
Match Highlights & Context
Scoreline & Outcomes
- Real Madrid won decisively with a 4–0 victory over WSG Tirol in their final pre-season friendly held on August 12, 2025, at Innsbruck’s Tivoli Stadion Tirol .
Goals & Scorers
- Eder Militão opened the scoring in the 10th minute with a powerful header from a Brahim Díaz cross .
- Kylian Mbappé followed up just three minutes later (13') after a through ball from Arda Güler .
- In the 59th minute, Mbappé netted a second goal, rounding the goalkeeper after a brilliant pass from Tchouaméni .
- Rodrygo sealed the result in the 81st minute, finishing from a tight angle after another assist from Mbappé .
Standout Performers & Tactical Notes
- Mbappé was the clear standout—scoring twice and setting up Rodrygo, earning Player of the Match with a rating of 9.5/10 .
- Arda Güler also impressed, assisting, hitting the woodwork multiple times, and orchestrating play in midfield .
- Eder Militão looked sharp on his return from injury and scored—his second consecutive pre-season goal .
- Dean Huijsen and other academy players (like Pitarch, Yáñez, Roberto Martín) saw game time, signaling Xabi Alonso's blend of youth integration and rotation .
- The match offered a tactical overwatch: a structured build-up, potent pressing, and use of new signings like Trent Alexander‑Arnold and Álvaro Carreras as part of a scaled-down lineup experiment .
Tactical Takeaways
- Controlled build-up and tempo: The team looked intentional in possession, with one-touch passing, movement off the ball, and composure across the staff—particularly from Huijsen and Güler .
- Reinforced defense: Militão’s form return adds quality depth to central defense, potentially strengthening what was a vulnerable area last season .
- Youth integration pays: The contributions from Castilla youngsters suggest Alonso is building a sustainable squad with internal options .
Final Thoughts
This friendly wasn’t just a tune-up—it was a statement. A clinical 4‑0 result highlighted Real Madrid’s attacking potency and tactical clarity, with Mbappé and Güler leading the show and key players like Militão returning to form. New and young faces were trusted, and the team sets a confident tone heading into their La Liga opener on August 19 against Osasuna .
Let me know if you’d like a breakdown of individual player ratings, tactical formation details, or comparisons with their upcoming opponents!
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