Xabi Alonso Under Pressure As Real Madrid Await Crucial Results Before Christmas
Sports Updated: 11 December 2025 21:42 EAT
Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso looks worried ahead of mounting performance related pressure
Real Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso faces mounting pressure as the club evaluates his future following a run of disappointing results. Alonso’s side has won just two of their last eight matches in all competitions, including a recent 2–1 home defeat to Manchester City in the Champions League. The poor form has raised concerns among the club’s hierarchy over his ability to steer the team effectively.
Spanish media reports indicate that Real Madrid’s board is closely monitoring the team’s next few fixtures, with games against Alavés, Talavera in the Copa del Rey, and Sevilla seen as pivotal. Club officials have not issued a formal ultimatum, but results in these matches are expected to influence Alonso’s job security significantly.
Despite the scrutiny, the board has expressed backing for Alonso’s long-term project, at least temporarily. According to reports, no immediate decision on his dismissal will be made, allowing the coach time to attempt a turnaround in results before Christmas. A meeting between club executives and Alonso is expected to review the team’s progress in the coming days.
Inside the squad, reactions are mixed. Some players and former club figures have publicly supported Alonso, highlighting the need for patience with his long-term vision. Others have acknowledged tactical inconsistencies and performance struggles, reflecting growing concern over the team’s recent displays on the pitch.
Alonso’s future now hinges on the remaining matches before the winter break. With the game against Sevilla at the Bernabéu on December 20 viewed as a critical marker, both fans and club officials will be watching closely to see if results improve in time to secure the coach’s position.
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