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The Latest Breaking News from Madrid

Gerard Pique Brutally Taunts Real Madrid After Shock Copa del Rey Defeat

Álvaro Arbeloa’s tenure at Real Madrid began in the worst way possible.

Sports Illustrated

What’s in a club DNA? Alonso exit shows the only reliable predictors of success are wealth and good decisions

Real Madrid and Manchester United put their faith in familiarity but the lesson of Ferguson is dynastic greatness rests not in tradition but ditching principles

The Guardian - UK

Arbeloa starts Real Madrid tenure with disastrous Copa del Rey defeat at Albacete

Second-tier Albacete pulled off a huge upset with their 3-2 Copa del Rey victory in a disastrous start for the new Real Madrid manager, Álvaro Arbeloa

The Guardian - UK

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Real Madrid Player Ratings vs. Albacete: Arbeloa Debut Ends in Humiliation

Los Blancos crashed out of the Copa del Rey in the round of 16.

Sports Illustrated

How to Watch Albacete vs. Real Madrid on TV, Live Stream: Copa del Rey

New manager Álvaro Arbeloa will aim to lead Los Blancos to Copa del Rey glory this term.

Sports Illustrated

Alonso and the trouble with replacing ego and vibes with work ethic at Madrid

In today’s Football Daily: Madrid gobble up another manager

The Guardian - UK

The Three Real Madrid Stars Who Were ’Unconvinced’ by Xabi Alonso

The Spaniard’s reportedly blamed his departure, which is described as a sacking rather than a mutual agreement, on his relationship with the club’s Galácticos.

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Xabi Alonso failed to control Real Madrid’s egos in brief and bitter reign

Hired as a systems coach, the manager was undermined at a club where players – and Florentino Pérez – call the shots

The Guardian - UK

Real Madrid looking to TWO former Chelsea managers as next boss: report

Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso was axed after just seven months - so who is next?

FourFourTwo

Jurgen Klopp issues instant response to Real Madrid manager links

Former Liverpool boss is a top target to replace departed Xabi Alonso

Evening Standard

‘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.

Sports Illustrated

Xabi Alonso releases statement following shock sacking from Real Madrid

Alonso left the Bernabeu after a mixed half-season following a highly successful spell in charge of Bayer Leverkusen

The Independent UK

'A few people contacted me' Ex-Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp responds to Real Madrid manager talk

Former Liverpool manager and Premier League title winner Jurgen Klopp has sent a strong message to the Real Madrid hierarchy

FourFourTwo

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.

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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.

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

Evening Standard

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

Los Blancos were defeated in Jeddah by fierce rivals

FourFourTwo

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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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

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

Kylian Mbappe Slammed by Barcelona President Over Spanish Super Cup Conduct

The Frenchman appeared to reject a famous competition tradition.

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

The Guardian - UK

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

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.

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