Real Madrid Schedule Preseason Friendly vs WSG Tirol in Austria
Real Madrid have confirmed a preseason friendly match against WSG Tirol, set to take place on Tuesday, August 12 at Tivoli Stadion in Innsbruck, Austria. The game will kick off at 7:00 PM CEST and marks the club’s only confirmed friendly ahead of the 2024-25 LaLiga season.
With the squad granted a shortened preseason following their participation in the FIFA Club World Cup, this match represents a crucial tune-up for new head coach Xabi Alonso as he prepares to lead Los Blancos into a new era.
Club World Cup Limits Madrid’s Preseason Schedule
Real Madrid’s typical preseason tour has been scrapped this year, as their Club World Cup semifinal against PSG — a 4-0 defeat on July 9 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey — meant the season extended deep into the summer.
Under FIFA regulations, players are entitled to three weeks of rest between seasons. With the club’s LaLiga opener against Osasuna set for August 19, Madrid had limited room to arrange warm-up matches.
The team had requested a postponement of their first LaLiga fixture to allow more preparation time, but that request was denied by a Spanish Football Federation judge.
Who Are WSG Tirol?
WSG Tirol play in the Austrian Bundesliga, where they finished 10th out of 12 teams last season. Their 2023–24 campaign saw them record 4 wins, 7 draws, and 11 losses — a modest showing that should provide Madrid with a manageable yet competitive test in their lone friendly.
The game at the 17,000-seat Tivoli Stadion offers fans in Central Europe a rare chance to watch Real Madrid live before the new season officially kicks off.
New Era Under Xabi Alonso Begins
The friendly will serve as a first full-squad opportunity for Xabi Alonso, who was appointed manager ahead of the Club World Cup. The former midfield legend inherits a team that endured a disappointing 2024-25 season, failing to secure major silverware.
However, Madrid have been busy in the transfer market, with the Club World Cup marking debut appearances for:
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Trent Alexander-Arnold (signed from Liverpool)
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Dean Huijsen (from Juventus)
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Álvaro Carreras
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Franco Mastantuono
This summer has also seen a boost in morale as Thibaut Courtois signed a new two-year contract extension, solidifying his future at the Bernabéu.
Spotlight on Mbappé and the No. 10 Legacy
In parallel with the club’s preparations, excitement is growing around Kylian Mbappé, who has officially taken over Real Madrid’s iconic No. 10 jersey. As part of the club’s promotional efforts, fans have been treated to retrospectives on the greatest players to ever wear the number, as anticipation builds for his LaLiga debut.
Conclusion: One Friendly, High Stakes
Though Real Madrid will only play one official preseason friendly, the matchup against WSG Tirol will carry significant weight. For Alonso, it’s a chance to test new tactics, for fans, a first glimpse of new signings, and for the players, a vital opportunity to gain match sharpness ahead of another demanding campaign.
Expect Real Madrid to treat the match with full intensity as they look to bounce back from last season’s disappointments and reclaim domestic and European glory.
