Omotayo Fashola
Real Madrid has officially parted ways with Xabi Alonso as head coach following a disappointing defeat in the SuperCopa final.
The decision comes just hours after Los Blancos suffered a 3-2 loss to arch-rivals Barcelona, marking a turning point in Alonso’s tenure.
In a post-match statement, Alonso downplayed the significance of the competition, calling it the “least important” trophy of the season.
“Real Madrid CF and Xabi Alonso have mutually agreed to terminate his role as first-team manager,” the club announced. “We extend our gratitude for his dedication and wish him success in his future endeavors.”
Alonso, a revered figure at the Bernabéu, leaves amid growing scrutiny over the team’s inconsistent performances in both domestic and European competitions.
With a Copa del Rey fixture against Albacete looming, Madrid now faces the challenge of appointing a successor to steer the club forward.
