A preseason clash at Tivoli Stadion Tirol in Innsbruck, Austria brought Real Madrid and WSG Tirol together on August 12, 2025. For Real, it was the final warm-up before La Liga's opening day. For Tirol, a high-profile test at home against a European giant. A clear-cut
4–0 win confirmed what many expected—but the details tell the better story.
For Real Madrid
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Closing all gaps before the league opener against Osasuna in just one week.
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Integrating new players like Álvaro Carreras and Trent Alexander-Arnold, confirming fitness of returners such as Militão, and testing midfield options amid absences (Valverde, Camavinga, Bellingham).
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Creating a functional squad flow under new management by Xabi Alonso.
For WSG Tirol
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Facing one of Europe’s elite sides.
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Showcasing performance at their home ground, Tivoli Stadion Tirol.
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Testing depth and shape ahead of their domestic league campaign.
First Half: Early Breakthroughs
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10’: Éder Militão heads home the opener, his first goal in ten months after injury.
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13’: Mbappé scores following a precise assist from Arda Güler.
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Real hit 2–0 before half-time, with 78% possession vs Tirol’s 22%.
Second Half: Dominance Continues
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59’: Mbappé nets his second goal.
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81’: Rodrygo, set up by Mbappé, adds the fourth.
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Final: WSG Tirol 0–4 Real Madrid, attendance 15,732.
Tactical and Player Notes
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Güler: Central to midfield creation—shots hitting the bar, key passes.
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Militão: Strong header, returning well post-injury.
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Huijsen: Solid in possession and build-up.Carreras: Positive debut, committed, team-player mentality.
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Court involvement: Limited work needed for the keeper, as Real controlled the game.
Real Madrid Takes Out Value from This Match
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Confidence boost ahead of La Liga start.
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System testings: Defense (Militão, Huijsen), midfield (Güler), attack (Mbappé, Rodrygo), full-backs (Carreras, Alexander-Arnold).
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Depth assessment: Many substitutes used in second half — squad looked ready physically.
WSG Tirol Gains Perspective
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Learned from elite-level control.
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A clear line between domestic level and top club level.
What This Means Going Forward
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Real will likely enter the season with a sharper spine—defensive confidence, attacking rhythm, integrated youth and new signings.
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Preseason goal tallies: Mbappé (2), Militão (1), Rodrygo (1).
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Momentum heading into Osasuna fixture.
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1. Situation
A friendly at Tivoli Stadion Tirol, August 12, 2025. Real Madrid vs WSG Tirol. Final preseason test before La Liga. Real integrating new signings, managing injuries. Tirol aiming to compete at home.
2. Challenge
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Real balancing preparation and fitness. Confirming defensive returnees, testing midfielders, integrating Carreras and Alexander-Arnold.
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Tirol facing elite side—expected to defend and limit damage.
3. Match Flow
First Half
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Militão’s header (10’): First goal after long layoff.
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Mbappé’s quick reply (13’): Güler assist.
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Midtown pressure. Real dominated possession (78%).
Second Half
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Mbappé doubles tally (59’).
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Rodrygo closes scoring (81’).
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Substitutions used — broad squad exposure.
4. Analysis of Players & Tactics
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Güler: Influential in midfield, bar attempts.
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Militão: Good return to form.
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Huijsen: Reliable in buildup.
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Carreras: Strong debut, fitting team ethos.
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Tirol Defense: Overwhelmed, struggled to build.
5. Significance for Real Madrid
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Strong finish to preseason. Confidence and cohesion tested.
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Tactical flexibility—full-backs, midfield pivots, attacking options.
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Ready for Osasuna.
6. Look Ahead
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Real enters league with momentum and clarity.
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Tirol returns to Bundesliga with learning points on level gap.
7. Final Take
A 4–0 result may seem routine, but it served real purpose: in one match, Real Madrid validated fitness, shape, integration, readiness. The scoreline reflected that. For Timber Tirol, it was a benchmark. Energy, realism, and data—this friendly checked key boxes for both clubs.
