Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has been hospitalized with an acute case of gastroenteritis, causing him to miss the opening game of the FIFA Club World Cup against Al Hilal. Coach Xabi Alonso is hopeful Mbappe will be available for the next game against Pachuca. However, his hospitalization raises concerns about his participation in the tournament.
The club released a statement confirming Mbappe's condition and hospitalization for tests and treatment. Gastroenteritis, commonly known as the stomach flu, can lead to symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea. Despite training with the team earlier, Mbappe was absent from the final session before the match against Al Hilal.
In his last appearance, Mbappe played for France in the UEFA Nations League third-place playoff against Germany. France was defeated by Spain in the semifinals, with Mbappe scoring the opening goal.
Source: Al Jazeera
