A Real Madrid defender experienced significant statistical challenges at the recent Club World Cup held in the USA. Data analysis highlights one player who struggled particularly during the tournament this summer.
That player is 22-year-old defender Raúl Asencio. He was a key part of the Real Madrid squad competing in the Club World Cup. Asencio played in four of the six matches as the team advanced to the semi-final stage before exiting the competition.
Despite having an impressive breakout season domestically in 2024/25, Asencio’s displays in the United States were below expectations. He made several notable errors during his time on the pitch. One specific mistake resulted in him receiving a straight red card in a group stage match against Pachuca.
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The difficulties faced by the young defender are supported by statistics. According to Sofascore, among 462 players who featured for more than 90 minutes in the FIFA Club World Cup, Raúl Asencio held the lowest average rating, scoring just 5.40.
