Xabi Alonso praises Gonzalo Garcia’s similarity to Real Madrid star

Gonzalo Garcia delivered an impressive performance as Real Madrid defeated RB Salzburg 3-0 in the 2025 Club World Cup match at Lincoln Financial Field.

The 21-year-old striker — making his third consecutive start — managed to get his name on the scoresheet in this commanding victory.

Garcia’s opportunity came due to Kylian Mbappe’s absence from the entire tournament in the United States due to gastroenteritis.

Xabi Alonso has shown complete faith in his young player — whom he believes shares similar playing style with one of Los Blancos’ legends.