Kylian Mbappe Set for Club World Cup Debut Against Juventus

Kylian Mbappe is expected to make his Club World Cup debut for Real Madrid against Juventus. Coach Xabi Alonso confirmed the possibility of Mbappe's participation in a press conference following his absence in the group matches due to acute gastro-enteritis.

Kylian Mbappe is on track to make his highly anticipated debut in the Club World Cup as his Real Madrid team is set to clash with Juventus in the last 16 at the Hard Rock Stadium on Tuesday. The announcement was made by coach Xabi Alonso.

Responding to questions about Mbappe's appearance, Alonso admitted there's a 'big possibility' the star forward, who had been sidelined due to acute gastro-enteritis, will take to the field. This news follows Mbappe's absence from all three of the team's group stage matches.

Fans are hopeful to see the French striker back in form, adding an extra layer of excitement to this much-awaited encounter between the European powerhouses.

(With inputs from agencies.)