Brazilian Marcos Leonardo, striker for Al Hilal, expressed the team's readiness to compete in the FIFA Club World Cup, confirming that preparations are being conducted with utmost seriousness ahead of the anticipated match against Real Madrid.

Leonardo explained that the team is working with high spirits despite the short preparation period, emphasizing that the players are making every effort to adapt to the coach's plans and deliver a performance worthy of Al Hilal's name in the global tournament.

He stated that they are approaching the tournament with a 'step by step' mentality, adding that facing Real Madrid in the opening match requires extra focus as it is against one of the greatest and most experienced clubs in the world.

He pointed out that the number of training sessions with the new coach was limited, but discipline and team spirit provide the squad with a strong boost to compensate for the short time and prepare in the best possible way.

Leonardo is expected to lead Al Hilal's attacking line in the first match, following the confirmed absence of striker Aleksandar Mitrovic due to injury, placing the responsibility on the Brazilian star to spearhead the attack.