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The Latest Breaking News from Xabi Alonso

Who will be Real Madrid’s next manager? Jurgen Klopp and six other candidates to replace Xabi Alonso

Alvaro Arbeloa has been named as Alonso’s initial successor but Real Madrid could yet seek a long-term replacement

The Independent UK

Transfer news live: Liverpool identify Guehi alternative, Frank’s Spurs future in doubt, Chelsea in wonderkid talks

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The Independent UK

Real Madrid’s Shortest Manager Reigns Under Florentino Perez

Job security has never been guaranteed for managers during Florentino Perez’s tenure as Real Madrid president.

Sports Illustrated

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Three Lessons Alvaro Arbeloa Can Learn From Real Madrid’s Spanish Super Cup Failure

Xabi Alonso gave his successor a blueprint of what to avoid in the ensuing months.

Sports Illustrated

‘Bombshell’—When Real Madrid Decided to Sack Xabi Alonso Revealed

The Spaniard lasted 232 days in charge of Real Madrid.

Sports Illustrated

Dominik Szoboszlai marries the sublime with the ridiculous on night of mixed fortune

Liverpool 4-1 Barnsley: The action at Anfield revolved around the midfielder who helped guide Arne Slot’s men into the FA Cup fourth round

The Independent UK

The Winners, Losers From Xabi Alonso’s Sudden Real Madrid Exit

The now departed Spaniard had a publicly strained relationship with Vinicius Junior.

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Kylian Mbappe, Real Madrid Squad React to Xabi Alonso’s Shock Departure

Vinicius Junior is noticeably silent following the change in leadership at the Bernabéu.

Sports Illustrated

Arne Slot told he faces Liverpool pressure on one condition after Xabi Alonso leaves Real Madrid

Spaniard leaves Real Madrid after just seven months in charge of LaLiga giants

Evening Standard

Real Madrid’s Next Five Matches Compared to Barcelona’s After Stunning Manager Change

Álvaro Arbeloa’s introduction to the Real Madrid dugout includes a reunion with one of his former managers.

Sports Illustrated

Newcastle Predicted Lineup vs. Man City: Magpies Mitigate Defensive Injuries

The Magpies have an array of defensive injuries to deal with for the Cityzens’ visit.

Sports Illustrated

‘Undermining Authority’—Social Media Reacts to Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid Exit

Fans had mixed reactions on social media regarding Real Madrid and Xabi Alonso’s decision to mutually part ways.

Sports Illustrated

Xabi Alonso leaves Real Madrid as Alvaro Arbeloa takes charge

Former Real midfielder Alonso signed a three-year deal in May last year when succeeding Carlo Ancelotti.

The Independent UK

Why Real Madrid sacked Xabi Alonso – and how it impacts the Premier League

Real Madrid have reverted to type and abandoned all pretence of evolution as they part ways with Xabi Alonso, in a move which sums up many of the problems of football today

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2025–26 FA Cup Fourth Round Draw: Arsenal, Chelsea Land Favourable Ties

Sixth-tier Macclesfield were the story of the third round after knocking holders Crystal Palace out of the competition.

Sports Illustrated

Xabi Alonso Discovered Real Madrid Is the Impossible Job for All But Two People

With just 34 games under his belt, the Spaniard’s time at the Bernabéu has come to an abrupt end. But given that’s only the eighth shortest tenure of Florentino Pérez’s presidency, it should perhaps be no surprise at all.

Sports Illustrated

Real Madrid Name New Manager After Sudden Xabi Alonso Exit

Alonso’s immediate successor has already been named by the Spanish giants.

The Independent UK

Xabi Alonso leaves Real Madrid after less than eight months in charge

Alonso had come under increasing pressure and the club announced the decision following Sunday’s Spanish Super defeat to Barcelona.

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Evening Standard

Xabi Alonso leaves Real Madrid with shock replacement lined up following Barcelona defeat

Los Blancos were defeated in Jeddah by fierce rivals

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Real Madrid announce Xabi Alonso successor as ex-Liverpool man takes charge at Santiago Bernabeu

Real Madrid have parted company with Xabi Alonso after just over six months at the helm

The Independent UK

Xabi Alonso leaves Real Madrid after dramatic Supercopa defeat to Barcelona

Alonso leaves the Bernabeu after a mixed half-season following a highly successful spell in charge of Bayer Leverkusen

The Guardian - UK

Xabi Alonso leaves Real Madrid after seven months and replaced by Álvaro Arbeloa

Xabi Alonso has left Real Madrid after just over seven months as the head coach after their Super Cup final defeat by Barcelona and been succeeded by Álvaro Arbeloa

Sports Illustrated

Real Madrid Reach Xabi Alonso Sack Verdict After Super Cup Defeat—Report

Success in the Super Cup was billed as crucial just a few weeks ago.

The Guardian - UK

Super Stuttgart sweep Leverkusen aside with in-demand Leweling to the fore

Plenty of prospective candidates for Germany’s World Cup squad caught the eye in a 4-1 cruise at the BayArena

Sports Illustrated

Vinicius Junior Equals Ronaldo, Benzema, Puskas With Historic Real Madrid Milestone

The Brazilian had a historic performance despite Real Madrid losing in the Spanish Super Cup final.

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