Kylian Mbappe was notably absent during Real Madrid's opening match at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 and he will once again be watching from the stands as his team plays Pachuca today. Kylian Mbappe has become a focal point of anticipation as fans eagerly awaited his appearance at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025.

Kylian Mbappe is unlikely to feature for Real Madrid when they face Pachuca in the Club World Cup. The Frenchman missed his side’s tournament opener and it was then revealed he had been hospitalised with an "acute case of gastroenteritis".

According to a report from MARCA, it has come to light that Federico Valverde has shown exceptional commitment and resilience to be ready for Real Madrid’s FIFA Club World Cup campaign. In fact,