Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso has provided updates on the condition of forward Kylian Mbappé during the FIFA Club World Cup. Alonso confirmed that Mbappé is feeling better and recovering from a recent illness, although he is not yet at full fitness. The coach has been in daily contact with Mbappé and expects the player to improve further with additional training and recovery time. Alonso expressed optimism that Mbappé would be in better shape by the quarterfinals. Ahead of the semifinal, Alonso noted that there were three days for Mbappé to continue improving. Regarding team selection, Alonso initially planned to start a forward pairing of Mbappé and Gonzalo but adjusted the lineup to include Vinicius due to Trent's unavailability.