Italian coach Simone Inzaghi, the head coach of Al-Hilal, expressed his great excitement to face Real Madrid in the opening match of the Club World Cup, considering the encounter a strong and thrilling start to the leader's journey in the tournament.

Inzaghi confirmed that the Club World Cup is a prestigious football event, noting that he aims to understand his new team as quickly as possible in order to present a performance that befits Al-Hilal's status in global competitions.

The Italian coach clarified that the atmosphere within Al-Hilal is filled with enthusiasm, explaining that everyone, from the coaching staff to the players, is driven by a passion to present an honorable image in this uniquely international tournament.

Speaking about the anticipated match, Inzaghi pointed out that he faced Real Madrid previously when he was coaching Inter Milan, which gives him prior knowledge of the magnitude of the Spanish team, which he described as one of the giants of the old continent.

Inzaghi explained that his goals with Al-Hilal have been clear from the very first moment, which are to win titles and present a style of football based on speed, pressure, and determination, promising fans a team capable of competing with a distinctive and effective approach.