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INSANE: 16 - The Real Truth

‘I Did My Best’—Xabi Alonso Breaks Silence on Real Madrid Exit

Real Madrid parted company with Xabi Alonso in the wake of losing the Spanish Super Cup final.

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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.

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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.

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‘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.

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Our EA FC 26 TOTY Predictions, From Erling Haaland to Alexia Putellas

Will we go 22/22?

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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.

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Kylian Mbappe Slammed by Barcelona President Over Spanish Super Cup Conduct

The Frenchman appeared to reject a famous competition tradition.

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Raphinha doubles up as Barcelona sink Real Madrid to lift Spanish Super Cup

Raphinha scored twice as Barcelona beat Real Madrid 3-2 in the Spanish Super Cup final in Jeddah

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Barcelona Player Ratings vs. Real Madrid: Superlative Barca Clinch Record Super Cup Title

Raphinha was the biggest difference-maker for Barcelona in an exhilarating Spanish Super Cup final.

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Real Madrid Player Ratings vs. Barcelona: Repeated History Dooms Alonso in Super Cup Final

Los Blancos have now lost five of the last six Clásicos.

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Real Madrid Confirm Kylian Mbappe’s Fate for Spanish Super Cup Final

The Frenchman missed the club’s first two matches of the year due to a knee injury.

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Hansi Flick Explains Barcelona’s Plan to Stop Kylian Mbappe in Super Cup Final

Eric García also weighed in with some tactical advice.

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‘Controlled Risk’—Xabi Alonso Confirms Huge Kylian Mbappe Decision Before Super Cup Final

The Frenchman missed the semifinal victory over Atlético Madrid through injury.

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Barcelona vs. Real Madrid—Spanish Super Cup Final: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

The 263rd meeting between the bitter rivals will decide the Spanish Super Cup victors.

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Real Madrid Predicted Lineup vs. Barcelona: Mbappe Poised for Clasico Comeback

Los Blancos will look to make it two wins in a row against their biggest rivals.

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Worst Case Scenario? Real Madrid Suffer Triple Injury Blow for Spanish Super Cup Final

Xabi Alonso’s options up top and in defense are dwindling ahead of Sunday’s Clásico.

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Xabi Alonso Drops Kylian Mbappe Bombshell Ahead of Spanish Super Cup Final

A Clásico will determine the next Spanish Super Cup champions.

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Why Kylian Mbappe Isn’t Playing for Real Madrid vs. Atletico Madrid

The France international has yet to feature for Los Blancos in 2026.

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‘A Lot of Problems’—Jude Bellingham Addresses Xabi Alonso’s Future at Real Madrid

The Spanish Super Cup could decide the manager’s fate at his former club.

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Atletico Madrid vs. Real Madrid—Spanish Super Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Both Madrid-based powerhouses are battling to snatch Barcelona’s Spanish Super Cup crown.

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Atletico Madrid vs. Real Madrid: Last 10 Madrid Derby Results

The Spanish giants are gearing up to write the 242nd chapter of their bitter rivalry.

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Real Madrid Predicted Lineup vs. Atletico Madrid: Alonso Looks for Redemption

The Spanish giants will be without Kylian Mbappé against their bitter rivals.

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Real Madrid Confirm Kylian Mbappe Decision for Semifinal vs. Atletico Madrid

Real have a Madrid derby on Thursday before potentially taking on Barcelona in El Clásico on Sunday.

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Xabi Alonso Issues Two-Word Injury Update on Kylian Mbappe for Madrid Derby

The France international faces a late fitness test for Real Madrid’s trip to Jeddah.

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