Quick Overview
Real Madrid face WSG Tirol in their final preseason friendly ahead of the La Liga 2025-26 campaign. The match takes place on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at Tivoli Stadion Tirol in Innsbruck, Austria. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:00 CEST.Managing MadridDiario AS
Why It Matters
- Final Tune-up: A last chance for manager Xabi Alonso to test his squad following a compressed preseason and a heavy defeat to PSG in the Club World Cup.El PaísSI
- Squad Insights: Several key players are absent—Bellingham, Camavinga, Mendy, Valverde, Endrick—so expect rotation and opportunities for fringe players.LOS40Managing MadridSI
- Debut Watch: New signing Álvaro Carreras may make his debut, providing fans a first glimpse at fresh talent.Diario ASManaging Madrid
- Solid Opponent: WSG Tirol comes in with strong form—unbeaten in early league and cup games—making them a credible test for Los Blancos.SIDiario AS
How to Watch
| Region | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Spain | La 1 (RTVE) and Real Madrid TVLOS40Diario ASManaging Madrid |
| International | Real Madrid TV live on club platforms; in the U.S./Canada via Tubi/FuboSI+1NDTV SportsAthlon Sports |
| Online Coverage | Minute-by-minute live blogs, Analysis, and post-match reviews on AS.com, Defensa Central, SIDiario AS+1SIReal MadridLOS40 |
Lineups & Team News
- Starting XI Confirmed: According to Managing Madrid, Real Madrid’s lineup includes Courtois, Trent, Militao, Huijsen, Carreras, Tchouameni, Güler, Ceballos, Brahim, Vinicius, Mbappé.Managing Madrid
- Full Squad: The squad list includes backups and emerging talent like Lunin, Asencio, Fran García, Rodrygo, Gonzalo, Thiago Pitarch, allowing flexibility for second-half experimentation.Managing Madrid
What to Expect
- Tactical Setup: Likely a balanced mix of offense and rotation to manage fatigue and hone the XI for the league opener.
- Formational Flexibility: Typical Real Madrid 4-3-3 or 4-3-1-2 shapes, designed to give minutes to both established and emerging players.
- Watch Points:
- Can Mbappé and Vinicius deliver decisive moments?
- Will Carreras’ debut hint at how Alonso plans to restructure the defense?
- How will Tirol’s early-season momentum translate against elite opposition?
