2-2! Real Madrid concedes two goals and is held to a draw by a Serie A relegation-threatened team; an 18-year-old star scores, and a €25 million new signing makes his debut.

A pre-season match ending on August 2 Beijing time saw Real Madrid squander a two-goal advantage to draw 2-2 with Serie A strugglers Fiorentina.

In this match, except for the center-back position, Mourinho fielded the strongest available starting lineup. Lunin, Arnold, Carreras, Valverde, Camavinga, Güler, and Endrick all started, while new signing Dumfries also made his debut for Real Madrid.

In the 11th minute, Carreras delivered a low cut-back from the left byline into the box. Endrick collected the ball, turned, and fired a left-footed shot into the net, giving Real Madrid a dream start.

In the 24th minute, Camavinga dribbled into the right side of the penalty area and squared the ball. Güler cleverly let it run, and 18-year-old prospect Ciriya slotted home to extend Real Madrid's lead to 2-0.

The game then took a dramatic turn. In the 41st minute, Piccoli received a through ball on the right side of the box and volleyed home with his right foot, pulling one back for Fiorentina.

After the break, in the 58th minute, Fagioli sent a cross from the left byline, and Italian international striker Moise Kean headed home powerfully, completing the comeback and leveling the score at 2-2.

In the 75th minute, new Real Madrid signing Espi, who just joined for a €25 million transfer fee, came off the bench. However, he managed only one shot and failed to score on his debut.

In the end, Real Madrid drew 2-2 with their opponents. After Mourinho's return, the team failed to secure a second consecutive pre-season victory. Next, Real Madrid will face Hungarian league side Ferencváros on August 9 at 1:00 AM.