Real Madrid Faces Off Against Pachuca in FIFA Intercontinental Cup Final
Real Madrid is set to compete against Liga MX’s Pachuca in the inaugural FIFA Intercontinental Cup final. This match, taking place at the Lusail Stadium in Qatar, represents an opportunity for Madrid to secure another trophy in a season marked by inconsistency.
The competition serves as a replacement for the traditional FIFA Club World Cup, transitioning to a new 32-team format next summer. Notably, the tournament name reflects the historic matches that took place between the champions of Europe and South America from 1960 to 2004. During that time, Real Madrid achieved victory three times.
Match Details
The match is scheduled to kick off at 8 p.m. local time on December 18, 2024. For viewers in the United States, the start time will be 12:00 p.m. ET. Fans can expect a thrilling showdown as both teams vie for the title.
Team Lineups
Real Madrid (4-3-3): Courtois (GK) — Vazquez, Tchouameni, Rudiger, Garcia — Valverde, Bellingham, Camavinga — Rodrygo, Mbappe, Vinicius Jr.
Pachuca (4-4-2): Moreno (GK) — Barreto, Rodriguez, Micolta, B. Gonzalez — Pedraza, Deossa, Bautista, Montiel — Idrissi, Rondon.
Path to the Final
Pachuca earned their spot in the final by defeating Copa Libertadores winners Botafogo with a convincing 3-0 scoreline, followed by a tense penalty shootout victory over Al Ahly.
In contrast, Real Madrid hopes to recover from a recent La Liga draw against Rayo Vallecano and is relying on their star-studded lineup to deliver a strong performance.
Key Players
- Kylian Mbappe: Back in action after recovering from injury, Mbappe is crucial for Madrid’s attack.
- Oussama Idrissi: Key player for Pachuca, experienced in La Liga, and is expected to be a significant threat against Madrid.
This enticing matchup promises excitement and anticipation as these two teams prepare to write a new chapter in their respective histories. Fans can follow live updates through various sports news outlets.
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