Barcelona, Real Madrid and Xabi Alonso
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Barcelona are in a good moment, as shown by winning their seventh La Liga match in a row against Osasuna. On the other hand, Real Madrid are struggling, which the Catalans’ supporters made known
In what was considered a must-win game for him, Xabi Alonso led Real Madrid to a crucial 2-1 win over Alaves to keep pace with F.C. Barcelona. However, there was one call from the game that had fans and pundits talking a lot, as Vinicius Jr. went down in the box. However, the referee refused to give a penalty for it.
“Xabi stay, Xabi stay,” Barcelona fans chanted from the stands at Camp Nou during the match against Osasuna. The chant, clearly delivered with irony, reflects the current perception surrounding Alonso: that his time at Real Madrid has been harmful to the team. That explains why Barcelona supporters would like his tenure to last as long as possible.
Barcelona and Real Madrid both have third-tier opposition to look forward to in the 2025–26 Copa del Rey round of 32 as they prepare for respective meetings with Guadalajara and Talavera.
Barcelona face Osasuna on Saturday in a crucial LaLiga match that can extend their lead atop the standings. The team coached by Hansi Flick in the past weeks has bounced back from being five points behind Real Madrid in the league to building a four edge on their closest rival,
Deportivo Alaves will face Real Madrid for a Matchday 16 clash in the 2025/26 La Liga season. Here’s everything you need to know, including kickoff times and how to watch the action live on TV and streaming platforms.
England are going head-to-head with Croatia months before the World Cup by calling up 14-year-old Will Ferdinand Cvek. The Three Lions, who battle Vatreni in their Group L opener in June, have
Manchester United star Kobbie Mainoo has chosen Real Madrid as his next club, while danger is ramping up on their manager, Xabi Alonso