The spotlight shines fiercely on Kylian Mbappe as Real Madrid enter one of their most consequential Champions League nights of the season, hosting Manchester City at a tense Santiago Bernabeu.

The uncertain atmosphere surrounding Real Madrid has reached a new level of intensity as Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior, and Jude Bellingham prepare for a Champions League night defined as much by tension as by soccer.

Although Xabi Alonso promised to usher in a successful era at Real Madrid, inconsistent results have cast doubt on his future. In light of this, Liverpool's circumstances have positioned him as a potential candidate, prompting the Spaniard coach to deliver a surprising response.

Despite Xabi Alonso’s strong start at Real Madrid, poor results and growing locker-room tensions have cast doubt on his future. With this in mind, Los Blancos are reportedly preparing for his potential departure by identifying his replacement—a choice that has taken many fans by surprise.

Despite starting the 2025-26 season in top form, Xabi Alonso has encountered several issues at Real Madrid that have impacted the team's performance. Adding to these challenges, the coach now faces another setback: Éder Militão sustained a long-term injury during the defeat to RC Celta.

Real Madrid arrives in Bilbao carrying both talent and turbulence, stepping into San Mames with Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior, and Jude Bellingham all under the microscope as the club seeks to halt a worrying slide.

Although Xabi Alonso's relationship with Vinicius Jr. seems to have improved, he reportedly continues to face issues in the locker room. In fact, a select group of Real Madrid players supposedly remain unconvinced by the Spaniard's work since he joined the team.

Xabi Alonso addressed the attacking duo of Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior, and the situation between the two Real Madrid stars.

After converting a poker against Olympiakos, Kylian Mbappé made an honest admission on head coach Xabi Alonso and Real Madrid staff amid squad drama.

With rumors of a heated Real Madrid locker room rising, head coach Xabi Alonso shed some light on his relationship with star Vinicius Junior.

Although Xabi Alonso started the season in excellent form, Real Madrid have struggled in recent games, and the atmosphere in the dressing room appears strained, putting his position under scrutiny. In response, team executives have reportedly made a decisive decision about his future.

Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo top the list of Real Madrid stars that are reportedly opposing to new coach Xabi Alonso's leadership.

Vinicius Junior has been one of Real Madrid's most important players over the last five years. Despite this, the relationship between the two parties seems to have changed radically, and his contract renewal with the LaLiga side has not progressed as expected.

The conversation around Kylian Mbappe at Real Madrid has grown louder in recent weeks, and head coach Xabi Alonso has found himself at the center of a storm that blends expectation, frustration, and tactical scrutiny.

Even though Rodrygo Goes was one of Real Madrid's best players a few seasons ago, he hasn't been getting much playing time since Xabi Alonso took over. In response, the Brazilian made some comments about his playing time that seem to be a message to the coach.