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Pressure Mounts on Xabi Alonso as Real Madrid Struggles

12/13/2025

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Summary

Alonso Faces Pressure

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso faces pressure after a poor run ahead of Sunday’s match against Alavés.
Alonso confirmed Kylian Mbappé is fit to play despite earlier injury concerns.
Real Madrid will be without Trent Alexander-Arnold and Eduardo Camavinga due to injuries and suspensions.
Discussions about Alonso's replacement, including Álvaro Arbeloa, have intensified amid the club's struggles.

History

Historical Context

In 2015, Real Madrid appointed Rafael Benítez as manager, but his tenure ended prematurely due to poor results, including a 4-0 loss to Barcelona. Zinedine Zidane took over in January 2016, leading the team to three consecutive UEFA Champions League titles. Today, Xabi Alonso faces similar pressure after a disappointing streak, highlighting the relentless expectations for managers at elite clubs like Real Madrid.

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Alonso Faces Pressure

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso faces pressure after a poor run ahead of Sunday’s match against Alavés.
Alonso confirmed Kylian Mbappé is fit to play despite earlier injury concerns.
Real Madrid will be without Trent Alexander-Arnold and Eduardo Camavinga due to injuries and suspensions.
Discussions about Alonso's replacement, including Álvaro Arbeloa, have intensified amid the club's struggles.

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