Marc Cucurella shines on debut as Real Madrid beats Schalke 3-0
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 5:20 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Real Madrid concluded their pre-season with a 3-0 victory over FC Schalke on August 16 at Veltins Arena. New signing Marc Cucurella made his debut, expressing his delight and comfort with the team. Goals were scored by Kylian Mbappe, Dean Huijsen, and Carlos Espi. This friendly marked the end of preparations before LaLiga begins, with Real Madrid set to face Espanyol on August 22.
- •Real Madrid wins 3-0 in final pre-season friendly.
- •Marc Cucurella makes debut after signing from Chelsea.
- •Goals scored by Kylian Mbappe, Dean Huijsen, and Carlos Espi.
- •Next match is against Espanyol on August 22.
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"Real Madrid wrapped up their pre-season campaign with a 3-0 win over FC Schalke at the iconic Veltins Arena. It was the final friendly for Jose Mourinho’s men, which gave the Real Madrid coach the o...
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