Real Madrid Crush WSG Tirol 4-0 in Austria to End Preseason on a High

Real Madrid rounded off their preseason in style with a convincing 4-0 victory over Austrian side WSG Tirol at the Tivoli Stadion Tirol in Innsbruck. The match not only showcased their attacking prowess but also served as a confidence booster ahead of their La Liga opener next week.

Bright Start Sets the Tone

From the very first whistle, Madrid looked in control. The passing was sharp, the pressing intense, and the intent was clear—finish the preseason with a statement win. Éder Militão, returning from a long injury layoff, wasted no time making his mark. Just 10 minutes in, he rose highest to meet Arda Güler’s precise cross and powered a header into the net.

Only three minutes later, the Austrian crowd witnessed another moment of brilliance. Kylian Mbappé, Madrid’s star summer signing, received the ball inside the box from Güler, spun quickly, and buried his shot into the bottom corner to make it 2-0. It was a lightning-fast double that left WSG Tirol scrambling.

Güler’s Creative Spark

Arda Güler was arguably the heartbeat of the first half. The young Turkish midfielder dictated the tempo, threading passes between defenders and even testing the woodwork twice. His vision and quick decision-making kept Madrid on the front foot, and his partnership with Mbappé already looks promising.

Second-Half Show from Mbappé

After the break, Real Madrid kept the pressure on. In the 57th minute, Aurélien Tchouaméni spotted Mbappé’s clever run in behind the defence. The French forward calmly rounded the goalkeeper and slotted the ball home for his second of the night, pushing the scoreline to 3-0.

With the match firmly in Madrid’s hands, head coach Xabi Alonso made a string of substitutions to give fresh legs a chance. Despite the changes, the intensity didn’t drop.

Rodrygo Seals the Victory

In the 77th minute, Mbappé turned provider. Driving forward from midfield, he slipped a perfectly weighted pass to Rodrygo, who showed composure to finish from a tight angle. That goal capped off a dominant performance and sealed the 4-0 win.

Defensive Solidity and New Faces

While the forwards grabbed the headlines, Madrid’s backline also shone. Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dean Huijsen slotted in seamlessly, offering both defensive stability and attacking support. Álvaro Carreras impressed with his work rate and positioning, suggesting he could become a valuable squad option this season.

Militão’s return was one of the night’s highlights. After the game, he admitted he wasn’t sure his header would go in but expressed joy at finding the net again and praised the team’s readiness for the season ahead.

Special Debut Moments

The closing minutes brought emotional scenes for two academy graduates—Thiago and Roberto Martín—who made their senior team debuts. Thiago called it “an honor” to play for the club he grew up supporting, while Martín described it as “the best gift possible” to step onto the pitch wearing Madrid’s colors.

Looking Ahead

With this win, Real Madrid end their short preseason unbeaten and full of confidence. The fluidity in attack, the balance in midfield, and the solid defence all point to a team ready to challenge for silverware from day one.

Their first real test comes next Tuesday, August 19, when they welcome Osasuna to the Santiago Bernabéu for their La Liga opener. Judging by their performance in Austria, Los Blancos look more than ready to get their campaign underway.