Real Madrid has started a new era this summer with the arrival of Xabi Alonso, and so far, everything is going pretty well.
The semi-finals of the Club World Cup were an honorable performance, and in Liga, the Whiteos won two in two victories.
Real Madrid has experienced some starting difficulties, but encouraging signs are there. It is believed that great things can be done with Alonso, even if the club icon, Toni Kroos, urged everyone not to rush.
In the latest episode of his podcast “Einfach Mal Luppen” (via Diario As), Kroos – that Real Madrid could finally replace this summer – told Alonso, that he rubbed shoulders with the White Made for a few weeks in the summer of 2014, that his years of play would not count much in terms of room for maneuver. However, he called for patience towards the 43 -year -old coach.
I think Xabi has a different status from that of Lopetegui. His record as a player is an asset, but that does not protect him if he does not win titles three years in a row. »»
Kroos' warning
Confidence in the coach is important. It is not always the result that counts, because confidence makes it possible to overcome poor temporary results. Coaches sometimes be dismissed after four games. But believing in your abilities can give room for maneuver. The perception of players and managers is also important. We generally hear what the team thinks of the coach. The way a match is lost also has an influence. It is not only the result that counts, but also the how. This influences the duration of the mandate of the coach. But no one is completely sure of their position, whether players or coaches. »»
Real Madrid must win major trophies this season.
After winning no major trophy in 2024-25, Alonso is under pressure for Real Madrid to rebound during the current season. If he reissues the last season of Carlo Ancelotti, it would be difficult for him to stay at the head of the Santiago Bernabéu.
