Real Madrid, Xabi Alonso and El Clasico
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How Xabi Alonso's gutsy tactics helped Real Madrid cut through Barcelona's fading edge
Xabi Alonso's first El Clasico as Real Madrid manager was a tactical statement wrapped in nostalgia. Calm on the touchline and bold in his calls, he outwitted Barcelona to deliver Madrid's sweetest revenge yet.
The Spanish giants play three key matches over the next two weeks, having badly failed their first big test in September
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Transcript: Xabi Alonso’s Pre-Match Press Conference Ahead of Real Madrid vs Juventus in the UCL
Real Madrid face Juventus in the league phase of the Champions League on October 22. It's a match that is seen as one of the classic games in Europe with both t
Vinícius Júnior has said Real Madrid's players "didn't mean to offend anyone" in the on-field clashes that marred the end of Sunday's 2-1 Clásico win over Barcelona, while insisting that "we have to defend our side.
Despite the great performance, Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso decided to take Vinicius Jr. off the pitch in the 72nd minute. The Brazilian was shocked at the decision, and he left the pitch angrily.
Lamine Yamal's words before the Clasico caused more of a stir than his subdued performance on the pitch as Barcelona fell to defeat, and the 18-year-old star can take some valuable lessons moving forward.