What has the club decided? It is now known whether Xabi Alonso will be dismissed
Miguel Solomons
Dailysports's expert
Real Madrid faced Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup final and lost 2–3. It has now emerged whether Xabi Alonso will be relieved of his duties.
Details: According to insider José Félix Díaz, Real Madrid’s board do not plan to sack the head coach. They believe the team’s results are improving and that the club is working together with Xabi Alonso to identify possible areas for improvement.
At present, the top priority is to improve the team’s physical condition and prevent injuries.
In La Liga, Real Madrid sit second with 45 points after 19 rounds. The gap to first place is just four points, meaning the title race remains very much alive.
A controversial moment also occurred during the trophy presentation ceremony. Real Madrid players refused to line up in a guard of honour for their Barcelona rivals.
Reminder: Real Madrid could have taken the match to a penalty shootout, but squandered two incredible chances late on and ultimately lost to Barcelona in the Super Cup final.
