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Real Madrid and Xabi Alonso part ways

January 12, 2026

Real Madrid has parted ways with head coach Xabi Alonso following a defeat to FC Barcelona in the Supercopa de España final. The decision was made by mutual consent, and Alonso has been succeeded by Álvaro Arbeloa, who previously managed the club's reserve team, Castilla.

Xabi Alonso during his time as head coach of Real Madrid

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Xabi Alonso left Real Madrid after just eight months in charge.
The decision came after a 3-2 loss to Barcelona in the Supercopa final.
Real Madrid announced Álvaro Arbeloa as Alonso's replacement.
Alonso had previously won the Bundesliga with Bayer Leverkusen before joining Madrid.
Real Madrid currently trails Barcelona by four points in La Liga.

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Real Madrid and Xabi Alonso part ways

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