Update: Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé has been discharged from the hospital following treatment for acute gastroenteritis. He has returned to the club’s training base in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, but his availability for upcoming FIFA Club World Cup matches remains unclear :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.

🏥 Recovery & Medical Update

Mbappé missed the Group H opener against Al‑Hilal—the match ended in a 1–1 draw—after being sidelined by vomiting, diarrhea, and fever. Real Madrid confirmed he will continue medical care while gradually resuming training :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.

⏳ Tournament Status in Flux

• Coach Xabi Alonso stated Mbappé’s fitness will be evaluated on a game-by-game basis. He may miss Sunday’s fixture against Pachuca in Charlotte NC :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}.
• Real Madrid currently sit second in Group H, two points behind RB Salzburg. They aim to regain full strength before Group H’s next matchups on June 22 (Pachuca) and June 27 (RB Salzburg) :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}.

⚽ Impact on Real Madrid

Mbappé was Real Madrid’s top scorer last season with 43 goals in 56 appearances. His absence places added pressure on teammates like 21‑year‑old Gonzalo García, who netted during Mbappé’s first game out :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}.

🗓 What’s Next?

• Mbappé will continue tailored medical treatment and light training sessions :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}.
• Coach Alonso will reassess fitness before the Pachuca match on Sunday June 22 :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}.
• Real Madrid hope to feature their star forward later in the group stage and beyond—potentially impacting knock-out round chances.