Real Madrid trio draw in World Cup group games

Real Madrid players featured in three separate group-stage matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and each game ended in a draw. Marc Cucurella started for Spain against Cape Verde, Thibaut Courtois guarded the net for Belgium versus Egypt, and Fede Valverde captained Uruguay in the encounter with Saudi Arabia. Cucurella delivered a clean individual performance as Spain held Cape Verde to a 0-0 stalemate. Spain enjoyed 74 percent possession, 27 shots, a 2.16 expected goals value and 47 touches inside the Cape Verdean box. He contributed two key passes and generated one big chance, providing width to the Spanish attack. Courtois kept Belgium in the game as they drew 1-1 with Egypt. Egypt recorded three shots on target and created two big chances, forcing the Belgian goalkeeper into several crucial interventions. The match highlighted defensive vulnerability for Belgium, particularly during transitions.

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Valverde led Uruguay as they fought back from a 1-0 deficit to secure a 1-1 draw with Saudi Arabia. Uruguay dominated possession at 67 percent, attempted 28 shots with ten on target, and made 65 entries into the final third. The equaliser arrived in the 80th minute through Maxi Araujo, while Valverde continued to push his side forward as captain.

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Overall, the day was mixed for Real Madrid, with Cucurella looking sharp, Courtois remaining reliable, and Valverde shouldering responsibility despite the unfinished result. All three remain key figures to watch as the tournament progresses.