Real Madrid Make Surprising ‘Decision’ in Endrick, Gonzalo Garcia Dilemma Gonzalo García and Endrick are battling to become Kylian Mbappé's backup at Real Madrid. Sports Illustrated · Aug 3, 2025
Three Players Who Could Wear No. 9 for Real Madrid in 2025–26 With Kylian Mbappé switching to the number 10 shirt, Real Madrid’s No. 9 is up for grabs. Sports Illustrated · Jul 30, 2025
Two Real Madrid Stars Set to ‘Battle’ for Kylian Mbappe’s No. 9 Shirt In the likely event Kylian Mbappé becomes Real Madrid’s new No. 10, his previous shirt will be up for grabs. Sports Illustrated · Jul 24, 2025
Real Madrid ‘Worried’ After Learning Extent of Endrick Injury Setback Endrick’s Real Madrid future was already under threat after Gonzalo García’s emergence at the Club World Cup. Sports Illustrated · Jul 22, 2025
When Xabi Alonso Is Expected to Decide Real Madrid Future of ‘Next Raul’ At 21 years old, Gonzalo Garcia was a shining star at the 2025 Club World Cup. Sports Illustrated · Jul 21, 2025
Grading Xabi Alonso’s First Six Matches in Charge of Real Madrid Under Xabi Alonso, Real Madrid recorded four wins, one draw and one defeat at the FIFA Club World Cup. Sports Illustrated · Jul 15, 2025
Real Madrid’s Endrick Makes ‘Firm’ Transfer Decision Amid Gonzalo Garcia’s Rise An injured Endrick has yet to see any playing time under Xabi Alonso while Gonzalo García had a breakout summer. Sports Illustrated · Jul 14, 2025
Real Madrid’s Club World Cup Winners and Losers: Rodrygo Falters As Gonzalo Garcia Shines Young stars carried Real Madrid to the Club World Cup semifinals, where they ultimately were let down against Paris Saint-Germain. Sports Illustrated · Jul 11, 2025
Four Things Xabi Alonso Learned in Real Madrid’s Lopsided Defeat to PSG Real Madrid disappointed in both attack and defense in their 4–0 loss to Paris Saint-Germain. Sports Illustrated · Jul 10, 2025
Real Madrid ‘Open’ to Sending ‘Untransferable’ Forward on Loan Endrick could see his place at Real Madrid taken by Club World Cup standout Gonzalo García. Sports Illustrated · Jul 10, 2025
A Dominant PSG Embarrass Real Madrid, Mbappe: Takeaways From Club World Cup Semifinal Real Madrid suffered their first defeat of the Xabi Alonso era after conceding four goals against PSG. Sports Illustrated · Jul 9, 2025
Will Kylian Mbappe Play vs. PSG in Club World Cup Semifinal? Kylian Mbappé has made two substitute appearances at the Club World Cup so far. Sports Illustrated · Jul 9, 2025
PSG vs. Real Madrid: Preview, Predictions and Lineups PSG and Real Madrid will face off with a trip to the Club World Cup final on the line. Sports Illustrated · Jul 8, 2025
Club World Cup Breakout Stars: Real Madrid’s Surprise, Latest Premier League Gem Several European clubs could be interested in signing players who have had their profile risen by the tournament. Sports Illustrated · Jul 8, 2025
Sports Illustrated · Jul 8, 2025 Real Madrid Predicted Lineup vs. PSG: Mbappe Out for Revenge Against Former Club Real Madrid will look to make it five victories in a row under Xabi Alonso at the Club World Cup.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 6, 2025 Xabi Alonso Hints at Gonzalo Garcia-Kylian Mbappe Decision for Club World Cup Semifinal Gonzalo García has scored four goals in five games standing in for Kylian Mbappé this summer.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 5, 2025 Xabi Alonso Chooses Gonzalo Over Mbappe: Takeaways From Real Madrid’s Club World Cup Victory vs. Dortmund Real Madrid needed three goals and a heroic moment from Kylian Mbappé to get past Borussia Dortmund and into the Club World Cup semifinals.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 5, 2025 Real Madrid survive late Dortmund scare to set up Club World Cup semi-final with PSG Real Madrid edged past Borussia Dortmund 3-2 in a dramatic Club World Cup quarter-final on Saturday to set up a semi-final against Paris Saint-Germain
Sports Illustrated · Jul 5, 2025 Real Madrid 3–2 Dortmund: Player Ratings As Kylian Mbappe Lifts Madrid Into Club World Cup Semifinals Goals from Gonzalo García, Fran García and Kylian Mbappé secured the victory for Real Madrid over Dortmund in the Club World Cup quarterfinals.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 5, 2025 ’We’ll Make Decisions Later’—Xabi Alonso Addresses Endrick’s Future at Real Madrid Xabi Alonso has suggested Endrick still has a future at Real Madrid despite the emergence of Gonzalo García.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 5, 2025 Real Madrid vs. Borussia Dortmund: Preview, Predictions and Lineups There’s a repeat of the 2024 UEFA Champions League final in the Club World Cup quarterfinals.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 4, 2025 Real Madrid Predicted Lineup vs. Borussia Dortmund: Alonso’s Dilemma in Attack Kylian Mbappé is in contention for his first start at the Club World Cup.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 3, 2025 Transfer Rumors: Barcelona Rival Man Utd for €100 Million Star; Arsenal Prepare Rodrygo Offer Hugo Ekitiké, Bradley Barcola, Alexander Isak, Denzel Dumfries and more feature in today’s gossip.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 2, 2025 Gonzalo Garcia vs. Endrick: Who Should Be Real Madrid’s Backup Striker? Real Madrid are looking at Gonzalo García and Endrick in their search for Kylian Mbappé's backup.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 2, 2025 Real Madrid’s New Star Reveals Encouraging Message From Club Legend Gonzalo García has earned the praise of an iconic Real Madrid forward for his spectacular performances at the Club World Cup.