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Real Madrid unexpectedly dismissed Xabi Alonso after a turbulent eight-month spell defined by clashes with senior players over discipline and tactics, including Vinicius Junior’s October outburst; a slide in form after a strong start prompted Florentino Perez to exercise his ultimate authority and replace Alonso with Alvaro Arbeloa, signaling a new era for the club.
Álvaro Arbeloa was named Real Madrid’s first-team coach after Xabi Alonso’s departure, insisting the role could be long-term as long as the club wants him and that Real Madrid is his home. He pledged to maximize a talented squad, ensure players are available and motivated, and pursue trophies across La Liga and the Champions League while upholding the club’s high standards, praising the academy and staff, and acknowledging the weight of Real Madrid’s legacy.
Real Madrid and Xabi Alonso have parted ways by mutual consent after seven months, prompted by a string of underwhelming results and a 3-2 loss to Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup final; Álvaro Arbeloa, a former Madrid player and Castilla coach, will lead the first team in the short term as the club searches for stability.
Álvaro Arbeloa is named Real Madrid's first-team coach and pledges a demanding, trophy-filled era focused on winning, drawing on his history with the club and his close bond with Xabi Alonso, as he prepares for the Copa del Rey opener and presses the squad to excel across all competitions.
Real Madrid dismissed Xabi Alonso after seven months in charge, citing inconsistent results and a public rift with Vinicius Junior, with Florentino Perez reportedly losing faith in his coach. Álvaro Arbeloa, a club legend, was promoted from Real Madrid Castilla to replace him, despite limited top-flight coaching experience.
Real Madrid fired Xabi Alonso after eight months, underscoring Florentino Perez's all-powerful control and the club's difficulty sustaining a long-term project, as Alonso's high-pressing plan clashed with internal power dynamics and dressing-room tensions; Arbeloa was promoted to replace him as Madrid seeks stability under the president's authority.
Real Madrid lost 3-2 to Barcelona in the 2026 Spanish Supercup in Jeddah. Xabi Alonso spoke of a mix of disappointment and pride, praising his team's resilience and competitive display as they pushed for an equaliser. Vinicius Junior was Madrid's standout, while Alonso explained Mbappe was brought on late with the aim of creating imbalance before Barcelona's decisive goal. Madrid look to recover injured players and build momentum for the season.
Xabi Alonso expressed confidence and focus ahead of the Spanish Super Cup final against Barcelona, emphasizing the emotional and footballing elements of the game, the importance of preparation, and the team's readiness to compete for the title, while also discussing player fitness, strategy, and the support from fans in Jeddah.
Xabi Alonso praised his team's resilience and competitive spirit after reaching the final of the Spanish Super Cup, highlighting key moments like Fede Valverde's goal and strategic substitutions, while also addressing sportsmanship and player fitness issues ahead of the final against a strong opponent.
Xabi Alonso praised Real Madrid's important and well-deserved win over Betis, highlighting Gonzalo's hat-trick and the team's focus on upcoming competitions like the Super Cup, while also discussing player performances and team strategy.
Xabi Alonso expressed optimism for Real Madrid's upcoming matches, emphasizing team performance, player fitness, and squad depth, while also discussing key players' injuries, potential transfers, and the development of young players like Endrick.
Xabi Alonso acknowledges the challenges faced by his team due to numerous injuries and absences, emphasizing the need for improvement in gameplay and expressing optimism about regaining strength and players for future competitions, including the 2026 World Cup.
Xabi Alonso, ahead of Real Madrid's final game of the year against Sevilla, expressed the team's desire to finish strongly, highlighted the importance of trust and collective effort, praised player Rodrygo's performance, discussed tactical options like playing with three strikers, and emphasized the team's focus on winning and improving as they prepare for the upcoming challenges in 2026.
Real Madrid secured a 2-1 victory over Barcelona, highlighted by standout performances from Eder Militao and Jude Bellingham, with tactical mastery from coach Xabi Alonso, and a rare sync of key attacking players Mbappe, Jude, and Vinicius, suggesting a promising future if consistency is maintained.
Real Madrid secured a 2-1 victory over Barcelona in El Clásico under Xabi Alonso, leading La Liga and showcasing tactical strength despite injuries and absences. Key players like Mbappé and Bellingham performed well, while Alonso's management and team dynamics remain focal points for future matches.