Yeah, they are a weak opponent, but it helps with the preparations and getting to know what the best player combo is. Real Madrid hasn't had enough time to prepare themselves before the season starts, unlike the opponents. That there was a very important match.
As for the impending Rodrygo departure this season, I don't think it will happen.
What other time do we need?
Have you even understood the context of my reply?
Carlo Ancelotti did his best but left everything for Xabi Alonso who will continue the good job.
What "best" thing did Carlo Ancelotti do last season that he didn't do better in the other previous seasons?
It's not as easy as you think that Alonso is going to take over and just win everything at once. He needs preparation and that why those World club friendlies are good.
This is never the Real Madrid we all grown up watching, alot have change and we know change is always constant. W
I don't know when you started following Real Madrid, but I think you haven't seen then at their worst period.