Speaking after the 1-1 draw with Al-Hilal, Los Blancos head coach Xabi Alonso said that Mbappe was dealing with "a serious viral infection". Real Madrid then revealed on Thursday afternoon that Mbappe was suffering with acute gastroenteritis and had been hospitalised due to the illness.

Real Madrid announced Thursday that superstar forward Kylian Mbappé was hospitalized with a gastrointestinal issue.

His illness casts doubt over what part he might be able to play in the monthlong tournament in the United States, with Madrid facing Pachuca in Charlotte, N.C., on Sunday.