Is this the end for Xabi Alonso? With Vinicius Junior missing crucial opportunities and Antonio Rudiger’s crucial mistakes in defense, Real Madrid finds itself debating the future of a coach with impressive credentials as both a player and a manager.

Reports from the Spanish media following a defeat against Celta Vigo suggested Alonso was on the chopping block. A similar scenario post the Manchester City match positioned him again as potentially facing dismissal. While Alonso’s team has experienced a dip with only two wins out of their last eight matches, it’s essential to evaluate the actual output against the expectations set for the squad.

Performance Analysis

Real Madrid sits at a precarious seventh position in the Champions League, but upcoming games against Monaco and Benfica provide a chance to secure needed points. In La Liga, although trailing four points behind Barcelona, the thought of there being a major need for concern might be premature. Recent stats show that the team is producing quality chances despite a less-than-ideal finishing rate.

Recent statistics indicate Real Madrid has created shots worth 1.99 expected goals (xG) this season, solidly outperforming their defensive record with 1.11 xG conceded. Alonso has managed to improve performance metrics even if results don’t yet reflect that potential.

In the midst of this turmoil, players like Rodrygo publicly voiced their support for Alonso. A sentiment echoed by young center-back Raul Asencio, who declared, “We are with Xabi Alonso to the death. We understand his message. You saw the change of attitude tonight.”

Conclusion

Ultimately, changes at such a pivotal moment might not yield the results fans hope for. Under the existing circumstances, Alonso deserves more time to show if he can recalibrate the team to realize its full potential. There’s confidence that, for now, sticking with Alonso might just be the wiser option for those charged with the club’s future.