This is how the Club World Cup Group H standings stand: Xabi Alonso's Real Madrid imposes its law

Real Madrid , Salzburg, Pachuca, and Al-Hilal battled for one of the two spots in Group H of the Club World Cup in this group stage, with Xabi Alonso in charge of the club for the first time. His debut, a draw against the Saudi side, raised many doubts, although the feeling improved exponentially with two subsequent victories and the first position.

Madrid won 3-1 against Mexican side Pachuca, meaning they have their own way of qualifying for the round of 16. Salzburg also defeated the Spanish-American team and subsequently drew with Al Hilal.

Everything was at stake on the final day, and Xabi Alonso's team claimed first place with a resounding victory over the Austrians, which puts them in a tie with Juventus in the round of 16. The Asian side, meanwhile, secured second place and will play Manchester City.