Real Madrid: Carlo Ancelotti comes to Xabi Alonso's rescue

Former Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has rushed to defend Xabi Alonso in recent hours.

After leaving Real Madrid last summer, Carlo Ancelotti took over as manager of Brazil. The Italian tactician has just one goal: to win the 2026 World Cup and deliver a sixth star to the Seleção. While waiting to achieve that ambition, he spoke to As and was asked about the current situation at Real Madrid.

In the past few days, his successor Xabi Alonso has come under heavy criticism, with reports of internal tensions emerging. Such controversies come as no surprise to Ancelotti: “A draw at Real Madrid is the prelude to a crisis. Real's results have been spectacular so far. What more could you ask for?”

As a reminder, Real Madrid currently leads La Liga by three points over FC Barcelona and remains well-positioned in the Champions League with 9 points from 12 matches, sitting 7th in the standings (3 wins and 1 loss from 4 games).

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