Xabi Alonso advises Raul Asencio on red card lesson

Real Madrid Defeats Pachuca Despite Asencio’s Red Card

In a thrilling FIFA Club World Cup match, Real Madrid secured their first victory under Xabi Alonso, the former Spanish international. Despite a challenging start against Pachuca in North Carolina, Los Blancos showed resilience and determination.

After drawing 1-1 with Al Hilal in their previous fixture, Alonso made just one starting change in a bid to rally his team. However, their plans were disrupted early on when Raul Asencio received a red card after just seven minutes for denying a clear goal-scoring opportunity to Salomon Rondon.

Despite the setback, Real Madrid rallied and managed to secure a 3-1 win over Pachuca with goals from Jude Bellingham and Arda Guler before the break. Fede Valverde sealed the victory with a late goal, ensuring a comfortable lead despite a consolation goal from Pachuca.

Next up, Real Madrid will face RB Salzburg in Philadelphia on June 27 to determine the winners of Group H.

Alonso’s Response to Asencio’s Red Card

Although Xabi Alonso refrained from harsh criticism towards Asencio, he emphasized the importance of learning from such mistakes. Following the match, Alonso acknowledged that Asencio’s error was costly and must not be repeated.

Alonso stated, “I will have a conversation with Raul Asencio. It is crucial for him to understand the gravity of his mistake and learn from this experience. Making such fouls early in the game can have significant consequences. Asencio is young, and this serves as a valuable lesson for his future development.”