Real Madrid thrash WSG Tirol 4-0

 Here’s your expanded recap of Real Madrid’s commanding 4-0 preseason triumph over WSG Tirol—enriched with verified details and fresh insights:

Dominance from Start to Finish

Real Madrid wasted no time asserting control. Possession numbers tell a clear tale: around 78% to WSG Tirol’s 22%, indicating complete territorial supremacy from kickoff to final whistle  . With relentless pressing, the Whites relentlessly dismantled Tirol’s defensive shape.

First-Half Brilliance

Éder Militão opened the scoring in the 10th minute with a commanding header, reacting sharply to Brahim Díaz’s precise delivery  . Just three minutes later, Mbappé doubled the lead after benefiting from a slick assist by Arda Güler  . By halftime, Madrid held a comfortable 2-0 advantage  .

Second-Half Control

Nothing changed after the break. In the 59th minute, Mbappé completed his brace from a low cross by Vinícius Júnior—his movement and composure proving too much for Tirol  . The final blow came at the 81st minute when substitute Rodrygo neatly slotted home, wrapping up the emphatic win  .

Despite going behind early, Tirol’s best chances were neutralized, with Courtois remaining largely untested and Madrid’s defense, marshaled by Militão and company, maintaining discipline  .

Tactical Takeaways & Squad Notes

• Management and Preseason Constraints
  Under Xabi Alonso, Madrid faced a truncated preseason—only about 15 days and nine training sessions before their La Liga opener—due largely to post-Club World Cup scheduling pressures  . This lone friendlies quickly transformed into a crucial “dress rehearsal” for the competitive campaign  .
• First XI & Debuts
  The starting lineup featured cornerstone talents and fresh faces: Courtois in goal; a backline of Trent Alexander-Arnold, Militão, Huijsen, and newcomer Álvaro Carreras; midfield duo Tchouaméni and Ceballos with Güler orchestrating; and a front three of Brahim, Vinícius, and Mbappé  . The match also marked the debut of Carreras, turning heads even if his impact was modest  .
• Standout Performers
  
• Mbappé: Two goals and at least one assist—he remains a vital attacking fulcrum  .
• Güler: A creative spark in midfield—twice hitting the woodwork and consistently probing defenses with incisive passing  .
• Huijsen: A reliable presence in possession and distribution from the back  .
• Militão & Tchouaméni: Militão made his return with a goal, and Tchouaméni offered much-needed defensive solidity  .

Meanwhile, veterans like Ceballos and Vinícius had quieter evenings, while fresh legs like Rodrygo injected flair late on  .

Looking Ahead: La Liga and Beyond

Real Madrid heads into the season opener with Osasuna just days away, having maximized what little preseason they had. This result, both dominant and encouraging, will fuel confidence as Alonso stitches his tactical identity into the squad amid tight preparation conditions  .

The emphatic performance leaves several promising narratives:

• Mbappé vs. Vinícius: Their partnership is already deadly; expect them to click even more.
• Güler’s evolution: The Turkish prodigy is edging closer to a consistent starting role.
• Carreras and Huijsen: Players to watch in defense as the season thickens.

In short, this match offered more than a win—it offered clarity: Madrid’s blend of experience, youth, and tactical agility appears ready for the grind ahead.