Real Madrid vs Pachuca Preview
- Tournament: FIFA Intercontinental Cup
- Date: Wednesday, December 18
- Kick-off Time: 05:00 PM GMT
- Venue: Lusail Stadium, Qatar.
It’s time for the Intercontinental Cup 2024 finale, where Spanish giants Real Madrid CF are set to face C.F. Pachuca of Mexico at the iconic Lusail Stadium of Qatar. This game is a chance for both the clubs to decorate themselves with one more honour, but almost everyone knows that Real Madrid are the favourites to clinch it. However, being a finale, we can’t jump to a conclusion, and the game is known to give us surprises.
This happens to be the inaugural season of the Intercontinental Cup, where Real Madrid CF have entered the finale automatically, being the champions of the UEFA Champions League last season, while CF Pachuca entered after beating Botafogo in the second round of Derby of Americas, and Al Ahly in the penalty shoot-outs of Challenger Cup.
C.F. Pachuca having entered the finale are surely the underdogs, but underestimating them will be a mistake, which a seasoned coach like Carlo Ancelotti will ill-afford to do. The side is trembling in Liga MX, and will not have much confidence but still the FIFA Intercontinental Cup inaugural season of 2024 rules out nothing.
Real Madrid Team News
Real Madrid continues to have a long list of injuries troubling their head coach Carlo Ancelotti: Ferland Mendy, Eder Militao, Dani Carvajal, David Alaba, and Kylian Mbappe (doubtful).
CF Pachuca Team News
CF Pachuca have no reported injuries or suspensions yet.
Real Madrid vs Pachuca Predicted Lineups
Real Madrid Predicted Lineup:
Goalkeeper: Courtois
Defenders: Lucas Vazquez, Tchouameni, Rudiger, Mendy
Midfielders: Fede Valverde, Modric; Guler, Bellingham, Brahim Diaz
Forward: Vinicius Junior
CF Pachuca Predicted Lineup:
Goalkeeper: Moreno
Defenders: Bryan González, Cabral, Rodríguez, Micolta
Midfielders: Pedro Pedraza, González, Bautista, Elías Montiel, Idrissi
Forward: Rondón
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Head-to-Head Record
Real Madrid CF and CF Pachuca have not met for a single time to date, this will be their first game against each other. However, they will face each other soon, as they are clubbed in the same group for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
Key Players to Watch in Real Madrid vs Pachuca
Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid)
The English attacking midfielder was the key reason why Real Madrid went so well with the attacks in La Liga and UEFA Champions League last season. This season too, with six goals and four assists in 13 La Liga games, he has been impressive. But, his high benchmark states this is a below-par performance.
Goals in the finale will regain his glory in Real Madrid’s decorated history, also it should be easy seeing CF Pachuca’s defense, and their run in Liga MX. Besides creating those good chances for the forwards and wingers, he should take the call to score here.
Bryan González (CF Pachuca)
The young 1.81 m defender has earned a lot of reputation while protecting the back line. He has been efficient in Liga MX, with his tackles and interceptions. Yes, it won’t be easy against the world-class midfielder and forward of Real Madrid, but he really needs to be above his game to show the world why Pachuca are in the finals. He will have a tough time facing the pacy wingers of Real Madrid, but even he has pace, and Real Madrid has fumbled this season, so being optimistic and performing above the par level seem to be the only way to surprise all.
Real Madrid vs Pachuca Prediction
Real Madrid CF are expected to humble CF Pachuca in this game and defeat them in style. Real Madrid have a squad that is way better, they are more experienced and decorated in the big tournaments. Also, CF Pachuca played Al Ahly recently, so they will be more tired than Real Madrid.
Predicted Score: Real Madrid 4-0 CF Pachuca (Watch Live)
Where to watch Real Madrid vs Pachuca live?
| Country | Where to Watch |
| USA | Bein Sports |
| UK | Bein Sports |
| India | FIFA |
| Spain | Live Soccer TV |
| Mexico | Live Soccer TV |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. When is Real Madrid vs Pachuca?
A. Real Madrid vs Pachuca 2024 FIFA Intercontinental Cup final game will happen on Wednesday, December 18 at the Lusail Stadium, Qatar.
Q. Where can you watch Real Madrid vs Pachuca for free?
A. Bein Sports, FIFA will stream the Real Madrid vs Pachuca 2024 FIFA Intercontinental Cup final game.
Q. What is the predicted score for Real Madrid vs Pachuca?
A. The predicted score for Real Madrid vs Pachuca is Real Madrid 4-0 CF Pachuca.
Q. What is the recent head-to-head record for Real Madrid vs Pachuca?
A. Real Madrid CF and CF Pachuca have not met for a single time to date, this will be their first game against each other. However, they will face each other soon, as they are clubbed in the same group for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.