Friendlies: José Mourinho earns first victory at Real Madrid

This so-called training match, rather than a true preseason fixture, was marked by the grand return of José Mourinho on the Merengues’ bench. Real Madrid clinched a narrow win over Alcorcón (1-0).

First, Arda Güler made headlines in the opening half by missing a penalty won by Mastantuono, but Yañez (81st minute) converted his spot-kick in the second half to secure the victory for Los Blancos. Real will continue their summer program with a match against Leganés, coming up next Tuesday.

Here is the starting lineup for Real Madrid against Alcorcón: Lunin (c) - Alexander-Arnold, Asencio, Huijsen, Carreras - Camavinga, Cestero - Mastantuono, Güler, Gabri Valero - Gonzalo Garcia.

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