“Xabi Alonso Has Very Clear Ideas, and He Won’t Back Down”Xabi Alonso faces complex challenges at Real Madrid after a 4-0 Club World Cup defeat to PSG. Despite promising youngsters like Huijsen and Güler, old problems persist: lack of pressing, intensity, and Vinicius’s inconsistent form. Alonso’s tactical approach, particularly with stars like Vinicius and Mbappé, will be crucial. Defensive frailties remain a major concern.
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