Real Madrid defender faces a make-or-break moment to save his World Cup dream

Real Madrid defender faces a make-or-break moment to save his World Cup dream

Real Madrid defender Trent Alexander-Arnold is entering a crucial phase of his season, with his place in the England national football team under serious threat.

According to a report from AS, it has come to light that the right-back will use the final five La Liga matches to try and force his way into the World Cup squad, a challenge that looks difficult, but not impossible.

At this stage, the situation, at least on the surface, is simple for Alexander-Arnold. He needs to perform, and he needs to do it now.

There is no room for mistakes, no extra time to prove himself. These next few matches will decide whether he stays in the conversation or falls out completely.

Strong role at Real Madrid

There is at least one positive for the Englishman, that, at Real Madrid, he has been given a clear role.

Under Alvaro Arbeloa, he is now the preferred option at right-back ahead of Dani Carvajal.

That trust gives him the platform he needs, but it also increases the pressure, as every performance will be closely watched, not just in Spain but also by the England staff.

His situation with England has been far from smooth. Since joining Real Madrid, Alexander-Arnold has struggled to stay in the national team picture.