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The Latest Breaking News from FC Barcelona

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

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

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

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Transfer Rumors: Man Utd Face Man City Hijack; Valverde’s €120 Million Premier League Offer

Jude Bellingham, Ferran Torres, Elliot Anderson and Rodri all feature in today’s gossip.

Sports Illustrated

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

The Spaniard lasted 232 days in charge of Real Madrid.

Sports Illustrated

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

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

Sports Illustrated

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

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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

‘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

The Independent UK

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.

The Independent UK

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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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

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

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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.

Sports Illustrated

Liverpool ‘Really Pushing’ to Beat Arsenal, Man City to Key Transfer Target

Crystal Palace are believed to have named their price for the England international.

FourFourTwo

Aston Villa in record bid to replace Ollie Watkins, with long-term striker targeted: report

Aston Villa’s interest in the La Liga star could break their transfer record

Sports Illustrated

2025–26 FA Cup: When Is the Fourth Round Draw?

32 teams remain in the 2025–26 FA Cup after a thrilling third round.

Sports Illustrated

Kylian Mbappe Slammed by Barcelona President Over Spanish Super Cup Conduct

The Frenchman appeared to reject a famous competition tradition.

Sports Illustrated

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

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

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