The young Gonzalo García, 21, has recently exploded onto the world stage with a dream performance at the FIFA Club World Cup, making his mark just as Xabi Alonso takes charge.
🚀 Rising Star: A Cinderella Story
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Came up through Real Madrid’s youth ranks, moving from U19 to Castilla, where he smashed in 25 goals in 36 matches this season.
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Made his senior debut in Feb 2025, brilliantly scoring a stoppage-time winner against Leganés in the Copa del Rey.
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Just days ago, he started under Xabi Alonso in the Club World Cup opener and delivered with a composed goal in a 1–1 draw vs Al Hilal at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.
⚡ What Makes It Factually Weird
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A reserve striker turning first-team hero — scoring in both Copa del Rey and Club World Cup tournaments this summer.
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Nicknamed “Golzalo” for his knack of scoring clutch goals — now also MVP-material under a new manager.
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Originally filling in due to Mbappé’s flu, he seized the opportunity and earned his place in a crucial match for the future of Real Madrid.
🔥 What’s Next?
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Transfer buzz: Clubs like Getafe, and reportedly London clubs, are eyeing him — Madrid may send him on loan or hold him back
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Squad depth: With Vinícius injured and Endrick hurt, Gonzalo is emerging as a viable option in Real’s attacking rotation
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