Fede Valverde seals it with a goal to make it 3-0

Güler makes it 2-0

Jude Bellingham steps up and gives Real Madrid the lead

Raúl Asencio is sent off and Madrid are down to 10 men early on

The reasons why Mbappé isn’t playing

Confirmed lineups (without Mbappé)

When and where is the match?

The Real Madrid vs Pachuca match will be played on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, United States. Kickoff times in the U.S. are as follows:

• 12:00 p.m. PT
• 1:00 p.m. MT
• 2:00 p.m. CT
• 3:00 p.m. ET

Real Madrid Looking to Bounce Back

In their opener, Real Madrid drew 1-1 with Al Hilal, with Gonzalo García scoring for Los Blancos and Rúben Neves equalizing from the penalty spot for the Saudis. Still missing Kylian Mbappé due to gastroenteritis, the team needs a victory to take control of their group standing. With key players like Thibaut Courtois, Jude Bellingham, Federico Valverde, Luka Modrić, and new signing Trent Alexander-Arnold, head coach Xabi Alonso will aim to dominate possession and exploit the wings to break down Pachuca’s defense.

Pachuca in a Must-Win Situation

The squad coached by Jaime Lozano fell 2-1 in their opening match against RB Salzburg, despite showing offensive grit and resilience. With striker Salomón Rondón leading the line, along with talents like John Kennedy, Agustín Palavecino, Federico Pereira, and Andrés Micolta, Pachuca will be looking to tighten their defense and generate sharper attacks. Only by securing points can the Mexican club stay alive in the competition.

What’s at Stake in Group H

Group H includes Real Madrid, Pachuca, RB Salzburg, and Al Hilal. Only the top two teams advance to the Round of 16. A win would all but guarantee Real Madrid a place in the knockout phase, while Pachuca needs at least a draw to keep their hopes alive heading into the final group matchday.

The Real Madrid vs Pachuca match will kick off this Sunday at 3:00 p.m. ET / 2:00 p.m. CT / 1:00 p.m. MT / 12:00 p.m. PT. It’s a high-stakes clash between the experience and pedigree of the Spanish giants and the ambition of the Mexican challengers in one of the most anticipated matches in Group H.