Real Madrid secured first place in Group H of the FIFA Club World Cup by defeating RB Salzburg 3–0 on Thursday in Philadelphia, showcasing dominance and tactical flexibility under manager Xabi Alonso. Vinícius Júnior starred with a goal and an assist, opening the scoring in the 40th minute and setting up Federico Valverde shortly before halftime with a smart back-heel pass. Gonzalo García added a third goal in the 84th minute to seal the victory and ensure Real Madrid finished top of the group with seven points, two clear of Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal. Alonso’s decision to field a three-center-back formation with wing-backs mirrored a style reminiscent of Vicente del Bosque’s 2000 Champions League campaign. The setup provided defensive solidity and...