🔬 The Debrief as European giants put on a show at the Club World Cup | OneFootball

Sunday saw three of Europe's elite put on very impressive performances with ruthless hammerings handed out at the Club World Cup.

Here's what went down.

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What happened? 📝

The first game of the day saw Juventus safely secure their last 16 place with a 4-1 thrashing of Wydad to make it an impressive nine goals and one conceded from their opening two games.

Xabi Alonso then picked up his first win as Real Madrid coach despite his side being reduced to 10 men early on as they defeated Pachuca 3-1, although the game was overshadowed by allegations of racism towards defender Antonio Rüdiger.

Salzburg and Al-Hilal played out a 0-0 draw before Manchester City went on to hit Al-Ain for six without reply in the day's final game to easily book their place in the knockout stage, with Claudio Echeverri and Rayan Cherki netting their first goals for the club.

Player of the Day 🔥

There were a number of impressive performances on Sunday but İlkay Gündoğan provided a timely reminder of his talents despite being linked with a move away from Manchester City.

The midfielder is rumoured to be wanted in Turkey but showed he has plenty still to offer at the top level with two delightful chipped finishes against Al Ain.

"I think I can still be important I want to stay," he told reporters after his Man of the Match showing. "I have a contract and I'm very happy here. Everyone knows that. I'm committed to the competition and have several years left in me at the highest level."

Based on Sunday, you can't dispute that.

Stat of the Day 📊

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What this means 🤔

The big wins for Juventus and Manchester City mean both have qualified with a game to spare, so their final fixture against each other on Thursday will determine who takes top spot.

That, of course, means Al Ain's and Wydad's tournaments are already over.

Real Madrid and Salzburg occupy the top two spots in Group H with one game left (both on four points), although Al-Hilal are well-placed to qualify as they prepare to face pointless Pachuca in the final fixture.

What they said 🗣️

"That's what [Antonio] Rüdiger said and we believe him [that he was racially abused]. It's important to have zero tolerance in these kinds of situations. FIFA is investigating now. That's all I can say." Xabi Alonso, Real Madrid

"I'll tell you a secret: when Claudio Echeverri arrived last season, he practiced free-kicks alone after every training session. Hard work pays off. If he scored, it is because he practiced. When others don't practice, they won't score goals." Pep Guardiola, Manchester City

"They say I've scored a brace but I think it's a hat-trick! I think the first goal is mine too. But I will say the second goal was the best of my career so far. When I saw the way the ball fell, I knew I could score a beautiful goal." Kenan Yildiz, Juventus

What's next? 👀

On Monday, groups A and B conclude with the third fixtures from the respective sections.

First up, Atlético de Madrid take on Botafogo at the same time as PSG face Seattle Sounders, with the European giants both fighting it out to be the second team to join the Brazilian outfit in the last 16.

Later, Inter Miami and Palmeiras face off knowing that a draw will be enough for both sides to secure their place in the knockout stages, while Porto play Al Ahly with the fate of each side out of their own hands.

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