Just hours before the highly anticipated Club World Cup 2025 semifinal between Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain, alarm bells have gone off in the Madrid camp. Trent Alexander-Arnold, one of the club's marquee signings, has emerged as a doubt due to a physical setback.

What Happened to Alexander-Arnold?

According to COPE, the English right-back suffered a physical issue during Tuesday’s training session in Palm Beach, just one day before the match. The unexpected incident has thrown his availability for the semifinal into question.

How Serious Is the Situation?

While no official medical report has been released yet, early reports suggest that Alexander-Arnold could be left out of the starting XI—or possibly miss the match entirely—depending on how he responds over the next few hours.

His status remains uncertain, and the coaching staff is monitoring him closely ahead of a crucial tactical decision.

What Does This Mean for Real Madrid?

If Alexander-Arnold is ruled out, it would be a major tactical blow for Xabi Alonso, who has relied heavily on the full-back's vision, passing range, and attacking support since his arrival.

His absence would likely force Alonso to reconfigure the backline, with Dani Carvajal emerging as the most probable replacement at right-back for the high-stakes match against PSG.

When Is the Semifinal Against PSG?

The semifinal between Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain will take place on Wednesday at 3:00 PM (local time) at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, with a place in the Club World Cup final on the line.