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Bayern Legends Slam Xabi Alonso's Struggling Madrid Tenure

12/22/2025

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Oliver Kahn and Dietmar Hamann, Bayern Munich legends, criticize Xabi Alonso's early Real Madrid tenure.
Kahn stated Alonso's tactical approach clashes with Real Madrid's culture, which values freedom over strict systems.
Hamann argues Vinicius Jr. undermines the manager's authority, making the squad feel 'untrainable'.
Hamann notes the decline began after Vinicius and the Ballon d'Or boycott, fueling entitlement.
Both legends express concern about the future of Real Madrid's coaching position.

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Oliver Kahn and Dietmar Hamann, Bayern Munich legends, criticize Xabi Alonso's early Real Madrid tenure.
Kahn stated Alonso's tactical approach clashes with Real Madrid's culture, which values freedom over strict systems.
Hamann argues Vinicius Jr. undermines the manager's authority, making the squad feel 'untrainable'.
Hamann notes the decline began after Vinicius and the Ballon d'Or boycott, fueling entitlement.
Both legends express concern about the future of Real Madrid's coaching position.