A test for Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid
Real Madrid who are under pressure. “ Awakening “, title A.S.which pushes the Spanish club to take matters into their own hands. Madrid is going through a difficult period with three disappointing matches which reveal weaknesses in defense and attack, limited recovery in the opposing camp and a lack of edge in front of goal. Experiments on the right side and the roles of Vinicius, Rodrygo and Camavinga have created imbalances, and Xabi Alonso is still looking for the best configuration. In Sportwe place the blame on Xabi Alonso who is struggling to impose his authority at Real Madrid, where players like Vinicius, Valverde and Camavinga challenge his methods. Tactical disagreements and contested substitutions increase tensions in the locker room. Rumors about his future continue to increase. Tomorrow’s match in Athens against Olympiacos is a final in its own right. Anything that is not won will cause the word crisis to install at Real Madrid and from there anything can happen.
Raphinha and relapses
Raphinha is gradually returning after two relapses which extended her absence by two months. Hansi Flick admits mistakes were made in his management and insists on caution for his minutes against Chelsea. The Brazilian winger remains appreciated by the coach, but must advance “step by step” to avoid further injuries. Flick defends the medical staff while recognizing his own responsibilities. Raphinha also accepts his faults, explaining that he wanted to come back too quickly and takes responsibility for it. “ Medical errors during his convalescence? It’s possible. I had two relapses. The first was my fault and I take responsibility for the second as well. I take responsibility for these two relapses in order to be able to return to the field as quickly as possible. I made a mistake in wanting to come back faster “, justified the Brazilian.
OM must respond
OM does not have to make mistakes. “ Already the countdown », placard The Teamabout its European survival which is at stake this evening against Newcastle. Marseille has only three points in four days. De Zerbi wants to recreate the conditions of a European dream despite the frustrating ends of matches against Real, Sporting or Atalanta. The Vélodrome must serve as a fortress to relaunch the campaign and stay in the race for the play-offs. OM will have to respond to the physical power of Newcastle, a typical Premier League team. With leaders like Greenwood, Aubameyang and Pavard, De Zerbi still firmly believes in a European rebound. In Provencewe warn OM: it’s “ last chance night » to hope to qualify.
