Xabi Alonso 'trapped' at Real Madrid
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Can Xabi Alonso Wriggle His Way Out Of This Crisis?
Six weeks is an eternity in football. Just ask Xabi Alonso. Real Madrid kicked off the Alonso era with 11 wins in their first 13 matches before suffering a 5-2 thrashing at the hands of crosstown rivals Atlético Madrid.
Barcelona are in a good moment, as shown by winning their seventh La Liga match in a row against Osasuna. On the other hand, Real Madrid are struggling, which the Catalans’ supporters made known
The deafening jeers that greeted former Barcelona boss Pep Guardiola before kick-off turned into away-fan cheers thanks to Manchester City's fine victory.
Is this it for Xabi Alonso then? Vinicius Junior misses a few chances, Antonio Rudiger goes rogue in his penalty area and Real Madrid conclude that there can be no more time afforded to a coach with a proven track record of success as a player with this club and as a coach in the most remarkable of circumstances.