The Spanish giants come into the Club World Cup on the back of a disappointing campaign. After winning the UEFA Super Cup in August, they fall short in La Liga, Copa del Rey, and the Champions League, which marks their first trophy-less season since 2021.

Seattle soccer fans will have a chance to watch 17-year-old star Franco Mastantuono when River Plate faces the Urawa Red Diamonds on Tuesday at Lumen Field.

New head coach Xabi Alonso has provided few surprises but many academy players in his squad for the tournament.