Real Madrid laboured to a 1-1 draw against a spirited Al Hilal in the Club World Cup on Wednesday as Xabi Alonso’s managerial debut for the 15-time European champions delivered only flashes of promise.
Despite Barcelona turning to their youngsters in a moment of need, the kids are delivering in brilliant fashion ahead of their first Champions League game.
An 89th-minute penalty from substitute Noni Madueke earned Chelsea a hard-fought 2-1 home victory over Crystal Palace in the Premier League London derby on Wednesday.