A thunderclap at Real Madrid: Xabi Alonso has officially been relieved of his duties. His adventure on the Madrid bench comes to a sudden end after just 232 days and 34 matches, despite being under contract until 2028.
Arriving with high expectations, Xabi Alonso never managed to establish a lasting dynamic. Despite a good start (17 wins in 20 matches, leading La Liga and a perfect run in the Champions League in early November), the team collapsed afterward: only 7 wins in the last 14 matches, a series of notable defeats (Liverpool, City, Supercup final, etc.) and a game deemed soulless and lacking progression.
The club and the coach agreed to part ways after a meeting in Valdebebas. Xabi reportedly acknowledged being exhausted by the pressure and the atmosphere of distrust surrounding the project.
“Real Madrid C. F. announces that, by mutual agreement between the club and Xabi Alonso, it has been decided to end his tenure as head coach of the first team. Xabi Alonso will always have the affection and admiration of all Madridistas, as he is a legend of Real Madrid and has consistently represented the values of our club. Real Madrid will always be his home. Our club thanks Xabi Alonso and his entire coaching staff for the work and dedication provided during this time, and wishes them much success in this new stage of their lives,” the club announced in a statement.
Álvaro Arbeloa takes over the first team
His final record: 24 wins, 4 draws, 6 losses — decent on paper, but insufficient given the demands of Real Madrid and especially the gradual decline in performance. Álvaro Arbeloa immediately takes over on the bench.
Conclusion: what was supposed to be an era ends up being just a parenthesis. Real Madrid is already turning the page. The “Professor’s era” is over.
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