Real Madrid: Carlo Ancelotti steps up for Xabi Alonso

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By: Manu Tournoux

Replaced by Xabi Alonso at Real Madrid, Carlo Ancelotti knows the workings of Casa Blanca perfectly. The Italian is therefore not surprised to see the new Merengue coach under pressure while the team is at the top of the Liga standings and well placed in the Champions League (7th).

Asked about Alonso’s situation, the Brazil coach stepped up to defend the Spaniard. “A draw for Real Madrid is the prelude to a crisis. Real Madrid’s results have been spectacular so far. What more could you ask for?”he confided to A.S.. The full interview will be published tonight at 9 p.m.