In the second round of the Club World Cup group stage, Valverde scored and Real Madrid 3-1 Pachuca.

According to media statistics, Valverde has played 61 games for Real Madrid this season. He is the Real Madrid player with the most games in a single season, while Modric has made 59 appearances this season, ranking second.

Real Madrid players' appearances in a single season (club only):

Valverde (24-25) -- 61

Camavinga (22-23) -- 59

Modric (24-25) -- 59

Bouo (86-87) -- 58

Michel (86-87) -- 58

Carlos (99-00) -- 58