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Madrid's Win Masks a Breaking Point: Alonso's Future Hangs in the Balance

22 December 2025

Madrid's Win Masks a Breaking Point: Alonso's Future Hangs in the Balance
Real Madrid 2-0 Sevilla at the Bernabéu as Alonso's future looms

Gloom Amidst a Victory

Gloomy vibes surround Real Madrid despite a win; crisis fatigue lingers and fans crave real solutions. The mood on the field felt tense, with fans scanning every pass for a sign of turning tides.

AS noted that what Madrid produced against Sevilla made it clear there are no real solutions to crisis, and victory didn't flip mood or quell mounting scrutiny.

Alonso's Fate Under Scrutiny

The piece added that Madrid conversations are intensifying about manager Xabi Alonso, with talk growing about his potential dismissal during the winter break, which ends when players return to training on the 29th of the month. Supporter chatter has grown louder as the talk of a mid-season change intensifies.

That means the squad may not train again under Alonso and could meet a new boss on their comeback soon.

Madrid did win the visit of Sevilla 2-0 on Saturday evening, securing the 17th round of La Liga at the Bernabéu.

Goal scorers were Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappé (penalty) at minutes 38 and 86.

Punchline: Madrid's drama scores again, somehow.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What was the final score and opponent?

Real Madrid defeated Sevilla 2-0 in La Liga.

What is raising questions about Alonso?

There is growing talk about Xabi Alonso's potential dismissal during the winter break and his future at Madrid.

Who scored for Real Madrid?

Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappé (penalty) scored in the win.

When do players return to training?

Players are expected back after the winter break, on January 29.