8 h. ago Real Madrid chiefs pick sides in Xabi Alonso power struggle as Liverpool return tipped

Xabi Alonso is into the first few months of his Real Madrid tenure but some of his decisions have proved divisive as the club's bosses make their loyalties known

Politics

3 d. ago Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso blocks Leeds United's January transfer approach

Leeds United boss Daniel Farke is keen to strengthen his squad as it continues its fight against relegation and has been hoping to land one of Spain's brightest young stars in January

Politics

1 week ago Liverpool could bank millions from clever transfer clause as Xabi Alonso call shared

Tyler Morton left Liverpool for Lyon in the summer transfer window and could be on the move again despite making a fine start to life in France

Economics

2 w. ago After stifling Mbappé and Vinícius, revived Liverpool hone in on Haaland

Arne Slot now finds himself tasked with turning his team’s victory over Real Madrid into a solid platform for recoveryArne Slot called for a repeat of Liverpool’s performance against Real Madrid when the Premier League champions visit Manchester City and will no doubt repeat himself in the coming days. For Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior on Tuesday, read Erling Haaland on Sunday. Nullifying another of the game’s finest strikers, while keeping a third clean sheet in a row, would reinforce Slot’s post-Madrid message that Liverpool remain in the chase for the biggest prizes. They do not include the Carabao Cup.The Champions League victory over Xabi Alonso’s La Liga leaders, who had 13 wins from 14 games before their arrival at Anfield, was the perfect remedy for a Liverpool team looking to heal the wounds of the worst run of Slot’s reign. It was also perfect preparation for what awaits at the Etihad Stadium: an opponent that wants to play out, that will not sit in a low block and car...

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2 w. ago After stifling Mbappé and Vinícius, revived Liverpool home in on Haaland

Arne Slot now finds himself tasked with turning his team’s win against Real Madrid into a solid platform for recoveryArne Slot called for a repeat of Liverpool’s performance against Real Madrid when the Premier League champions visit Manchester City and will no doubt repeat himself in the coming days. For Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior on Tuesday, read Erling Haaland on Sunday. Nullifying another of the game’s finest strikers, while keeping a third clean sheet in a row, would reinforce Slot’s post-Madrid message that Liverpool remain in the chase for the biggest prizes. They do not include the Carabao Cup.The Champions League victory over Xabi Alonso’s La Liga leaders, who had 13 wins from 14 games before their arrival at Anfield, was the perfect remedy for a Liverpool team looking to heal the wounds of the worst run of Slot’s reign. It was also perfect preparation for what awaits at the Etihad Stadium: an opponent that wants to play out, that will not sit in a low block and carr...

Society

2 w. ago Xabi Alonso makes Trent claim after Liverpool loss leaves him with 'bitter taste'

Xabi Alonso has insisted Trent Alexander-Arnold was ready for the hostile reception he received on his first return to Anfield with Real Madrid after leaving Liverpool in the summer

Society

2 w. ago Unseen tunnel footage of Florian Wirtz and Xabi Alonso who didn't know cameras were rolling

Florian Wirtz and Xabi Alonso were reunited after Liverpool's Champions League win over Real Madrid, with the pair sharing a warm embrace in the tunnel

Politics

3 w. ago Arne Slot thrilled as Liverpool beat ‘incredible’ Real Madrid

Alexis Mac Allister’s header and a fine defensive display secured three points in the Champions League.

Politics

3 w. ago Liverpool deliver statement win vs Real Madrid to ruin Alexander

LIVERPOOL 1-0 REAL MADRID: Liverpool were frustrated by familiar foe Thibaut Courtois for nearly an hour but finally found a breakthrough against Xabi Alonso' Real Madrid

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3 w. ago Xabi Alonso made his reasons for snubbing Liverpool job clear after Jurgen Klopp decision

Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso was heavily linked with the Liverpool job after Jurgen Klopp's exit, but the Reds later appointed Arne Slot

Society

3 w. ago Xabi Alonso says he has ‘no doubts’ Florian Wirtz can succeed at Liverpool

The Real Madrid manager said Wirtz is ‘probably one of the reasons I’m here now’ as he expressed his gratitude for his former star player

Politics

3 w. ago Leverkusen’s capitulation at Bayern confirms demise of an engaging rivalry | Andy Brassell

Vincent Kompany’s side continued their magnificent form to end opponents’ record-breaking away run If it was going to end, it was always likely to end here. That it was going to end exactly like this, though, was not so predictable. Bayer Leverkusen arrived at the Allianz Arena on a run of 37 Bundesliga away games unbeaten, and they never looked like extending it. You will forgive the Bundesliga neutral for mourning not the loss of an incredible record-breaking sequence which stretched back to 27 May 2023 – when Xabi Alonso’s team were heavily beaten by relegation-battling Bochum – but the demise of a competitor to Bayern Munich not seen since Jürgen Klopp’s Borussia Dortmund were in their thrilling pomp.This was less an authentic Topspiel and more a piercing afterparty hangover, a tough supermarket-bread pretzel and lukewarm coffee, a Monday morning letter from HMRC, a black and white declaration of unavoidable dues owed. All of which, of course, was great for Bayern as they limber...

Politics

3 w. ago Xabi Alonso's immediate warning to Liverpool as Real Madrid boss sends clear message

Real Madrid side claimed a 4-0 victory over Valencia in La Liga on Saturday night, with Xabi Alonso quickly turning his attention to the Champions League clash against Liverpool

Events

3 w. ago Xabi Alonso breaks silence on Vinicius Jr apology after clear omission

Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr issued an apology on social media following his angry outburst vs Barcelona and boss Xabi Alonso has now spoken out on the winger for the first time

Events

3 w. ago Real Madrid: Xabi Alonso confirms decision on Vinicius Jr punishment after El Clasico outburst

The Brazilian has issued an apology for his outburst during Real Madrid’s El Clasico victory

Politics

3 w. ago Vinicius Jr has already promised to join club amid 'I'm leaving' Real Madrid bombshell

Vinicius Jr aired his frustration towards Xabi Alonso during the recent El Clasico, and the forward has previously discussed his potential next club after Real Madrid

Events

3 w. ago Why Vinicius Jr didn’t mention Xabi Alonso in Real Madrid apology as feud escalates

Vinicius Jr issued a grovelling apology to Real Madrid fans on Wednesday after his angry reaction to being substituted vs Barcelona but there was a notable admission from his statement

Politics

3 w. ago Vinicius Jr apologises for El Clasico tantrum as Real Madrid make punishment decision

Vinicius Junior threw a strop after being subbed off by Xabi Alonso in the 73rd minute of El Clasico, as his Real Madrid team-mates saw out a 2-1 win against Barcelona

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3 w. ago Real Madrid tensions grow as stars 'disrespected and dissatisfied' by Xabi Alonso

Real Madrid beat Barcelona 2-1 in El Clasico to extend their lead at the top of La Liga to five points - but things haven't been going as smoothly behind the scenes as their results suggest

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3 w. ago Bayern Munich star called Florian Wirtz about Liverpool struggles as 'doubt' claim made

Florian Wirtz has endured a difficult start to his Liverpool career, with Germany captain Joshua Kimmich reaching out to offer his compatriot advice

Politics