Real's first game under Mourinho ends in 2:2 draw against Fiorentina in Klagenfurt

In the second half, Real Madrid equalised through a collective team effort. The encounter, which was regarded as the first real test under the new head coach, thus ended in a deserved draw. Both coaches used the match to make numerous substitutions and also give game time to young players.

First insights for Mourinho

The focus of the reporting was also on José Mourinho's sporting leadership, after he had only recently taken over as coach of the Royal side. Observers interpreted the result as an indication that the team still has a few things to fine-tune in preseason. The defence repeatedly showed issues with coordination, while some promising combinations were visible in attack.

For the Spanish capital side, preparations continue in the coming weeks with further friendlies and a training camp. The aim is to be in top form by the time La Liga kicks off. Those responsible for squad planning also face decisions, as according to media reports the contract of Vinicius Junior, for example, runs until 2027 and talks over an extension have not yet been concluded.

Outlook on preseason preparations

ACF Fiorentina travel back to Italy after the match in Klagenfurt, where their own preseason preparations will also resume shortly. For the Italian club's coach and decision-makers, the match against a top European side offered an opportunity to test their own level in international comparison.

Overall, both the Madrid side and Fiorentina produced an engaged and entertaining match that offered the spectators on the Wörthersee some memorable moments. Immediately after the final whistle, representatives of both sides expressed satisfaction with the friendly nature of the encounter.

In the coming days, the draw will be discussed primarily in terms of what conclusions can be drawn about Mourinho's tactical approach. The Portuguese coach had previously emphasised that he wanted to gel the team into a defensively compact and offensively flexible style of play.