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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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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

The Independent UK

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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.

Sports Illustrated

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

Los Blancos were defeated in Jeddah by fierce rivals

Evening Standard

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

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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 Independent 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

The Guardian - UK

Ronald Araújo returns from mental health break to see Barça over Super Cup line

For Barcelona’s Uruguayan defender, the 3-2 victory over Real Madrid in the Super Cup wasn’t just about the title

The Guardian - UK

Raphinha Reveals Transfer U-Turn After Inspiring Another Clasico Victory

Raphinha scored twice in Sunday’s Spanish Super Cup victory over Real Madrid but could have left the club had it not been for Hansi Flick.

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.

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Why Barcelona’s Move For Exciting Egyptian Striker Has Collapsed—Report

Barcelona were reportedly details away from landing Egyptian teenage prospect Hamza Abdelkarim.

Sports Illustrated

Transfer Rumors: Man Utd Ready Palmer Bid; Liverpool’s €180 Million Bellingham Offer

Bruno Fernandes, Bukayo Saka, Rodri and Marcus Rashford all feature in today’s gossip.

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.

Sports Illustrated

Xabi Alonso Explains Bizarre Vinicius Junior Substitution in Super Cup Final

The Brazil international was nearly unstoppable in the El Clásico thriller.

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Evening Standard

Real Madrid: Xabi Alonso reveals failed Kylian Mbappe substitution plan in Spanish Super Cup final defeat

The forward was unable to stop Real Madrid losing to Barcelona

Sports Illustrated

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.

Evening Standard

Barcelona 3-2 Real Madrid: Blaugrana retain Spanish Super Cup in Clasico thriller

Back-to-back Super Cup triumphs for Barca as pressure mounts on Xabi Alonso

Sports Illustrated

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.

Sports Illustrated

‘Very Excited’—Former Liverpool Star Targeting a Return to Europe

A key player of Jürgen Klopp’s golden era at Anfield still feels like he has plenty left to offer.

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Barcelona vs Real Madrid Free Streams: How to Watch Spanish Super Cup Final 2026 From Anywhere in the World, Team News

All the ways to watch Barcelona vs Real Madrid live streams online and from anywhere, as the two bitter rivals compete in the Spanish Super Cup final.

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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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