Alonso's defeat to PSG marks a new era

Real Madrid suffered a crushing 0-4 defeat to PSG in the semifinals of the Club World Cup, conceding three goals within the opening 25 minutes of the match. Los Blancos head coach Xabi Alonso did not hide his emotions during the post-match press conference.

Details: Alonso admitted that the team was not at their best today. But he believes this could be for the better, as it allows them to identify their mistakes and work on them.

Quote: “We were two goals behind and couldn't find our rhythm. This was a painful loss, and we have to admit we weren't at the right level today. At certain moments, we showed weaknesses, and sometimes it's useful to see your own mistakes—there are lessons to be learned for the future.

After the break, we're starting a new phase with a clear mind. We want to build a team that plays as a single unit, where everyone works for the common goal... We were just one match away from our target, and that hurts. We'll see what happens next,” Alonso said.