Real Madrid says forward Kylian Mbappe has been hospitalized with an acute case of gastroenteritis. World Cup winner Mbappe missed Madrid’s opening game at the Club World Cup against Saudi Arabian team Al Hilal in Miami on Wednesday because of a fever.

His illness casts doubt over what part he might be able to play in the monthlong tournament in the United States, with Madrid facing Pachuca in Charlotte, N.C., on Sunday.

Real Madrid Star Kylian Mbappé has Hospital Scare During Club World Cup originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé had a scare while playing in the United States of America, but he seems to be making a recovery. The Spanish club announced earlier today that he was hospitalized with a small case of gastroenteritis.