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a day ago
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Photo: Trent Alexander-Arnold links up with Real Madrid legend
Newly-signed Real Madrid star Trent Alexander-Arnold this weekend posed for a photo with a legendary ex-member of the defensive ranks in Spain's capital. This, of course, comes ahead of the Englishman's imminent arrival in Spain. Advertisement The name of full-back Alexander-Arnold has dominated the headlines in Madrid for several days now. This comes after the departing Liverpool star's Blancos switch was at last made official, TAA having put pen to paper on a six-year deal at the Santiago Bernabéu. Before linking up with his new teammates with a view to the Club World Cup, though, Alexander-Arnold has been afforded some time away from the pitch, to unwind. The 26-year-old, in turn, made use of the opportunity to attend Sunday's Formula 1 Grand Prix in Spain. And whilst at the track, Alexander-Arnold found himself crossing paths with a once-beloved defender at Real Madrid. Advertisement The player in question? Roberto Carlos. As showcased in the photo below, the new and former Blancos stars were all smiles after bumping into one another earlier this afternoon: Conor Laird – GSFN
Yahoo
2 days ago
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Jude Bellingham responds to Trent Alexander-Arnold's Real Madrid move being made official
Jude Bellingham responds to Trent Alexander-Arnold's Real Madrid move being made official Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham has provided his reaction to close friend Trent Alexander-Arnold's move to Spain's capital at last being confirmed. The name of defender Alexander-Arnold of course dominated the headlines across Spanish football on Friday. Advertisement This came after Real Madrid, after months of speculation, finally announced the Englishman's signing on a long-term contract from Liverpool. As per a statement across Los Blancos' website and social media platforms: 'Real Madrid C. F. and Liverpool FC have reached an agreement to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold for the next six seasons, from 1 June 2025 to 30 June 2031.' Messages of well wishes have since come pouring in for Alexander-Arnold, chiefly on the part of the Real Madrid faithful. As alluded to above, though, also publicly welcoming the 26-year-old to his new home at the Santiago Bernabéu was a current member of Xabi Alonso's squad. Advertisement Taking to his official Instagram account, Jude Bellingham unveiled a photo of he and Alexander-Arnold playing for England, accompanied by the caption: 'Welcome trentarnold66!' Conor Laird – GSFN
Reuters
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Reuters
'Beginning of a new era', Alonso unveiled as Real Madrid manager
MADRID, May 26 (Reuters) - Xabi Alonso said he was convinced he can achieve great things at Real Madrid after he was unveiled as manager of the LaLiga club on Monday. Alonso was appointed manager on Sunday, returning to the Santiago Bernabeu where he spent six seasons as a player and won several trophies. The 43-year-old had been in charge of Bayer Leverkusen, who he guided to a double last season as they won the German Cup and lifted their first Bundesliga title without losing a game. "Without a doubt, this is a very special day for me. A day that I will have marked in my calendar for life. I am very happy to be here, in what I feel is my home," said Alonso, who will begin his tenure on June 1 ahead of the Club World Cup. "The bond with Madrid has never ceased to exist and, since I entered Valdebebas (training centre) an hour and a half ago, that feeling has been reborn. I have the feeling that this is the beginning of a new era... "We have a great team, we have fantastic players and a very good potential. That gives me reason to come here with a lot of energy and enthusiasm. We have the conviction that we can achieve important things, worthy of Real Madrid and these European Cups." Alonso takes charge of a Real side who had a sub-par season by their own lofty standards, finishing second in LaLiga behind Barcelona, who also beat them in the Spanish Super Cup and Copa del Rey finals. They were knocked out of the Champions League as holders in the quarter-finals by Arsenal. Alonso has signed a three-year contract until June 2028 and replaces Carlo Ancelotti, who took charge of his last game on Saturday. In his address at the presentation, the Spaniard paid tribute to his predecessor and former coach. "Before I start talking about the new era, I don't want to forget to talk about the era that has just ended," Alonso said. "Carlo was my coach, a great person and a huge influence. Without his mastery, I probably wouldn't be here. I take over and carry on his legacy with great honour and pride. "I hope to live up to expectations and be able to take the club to all the places we all believe we can." Alonso joined Real in 2009 from Liverpool and made 236 appearances, winning a LaLiga title, two Copa del Rey trophies and the club's long-awaited 10th European crown. He began his coaching career at Real's youth academy where he managed the Under-14 team during the 2018-19 season, winning the league and the Champions tournament. He took charge of Real Sociedad's reserve team before making the step up to take the Leverkusen job.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Sport
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Alonso officially takes over as Real Madrid's coach and vows to follow in the footsteps of Ancelotti
MADRID (AP) — Xabi Alonso officially took over Real Madrid's coaching job on Monday, vowing to follow in the footsteps of Carlo Ancelotti and saying he has 'a good feeling' about the team's future under his command. Madrid announced the hiring of Alonso on Sunday, a day after the club paid tribute to Ancelotti at the team's final Spanish league match of the season at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. Ancelotti is taking over the Brazil job after four mostly successful seasons in his second stint with the club. Advertisement 'I'm here to take over from Carlo Ancelotti, who was my coach and is a great person,' Alonso said. 'He is a coach who left his mark on me and had a great influence. Without his guidance, I probably wouldn't be here. I'll pick up his legacy with pride and honor of now being in the position that Carlo was before, and I hope to live up to the expectations and lead this club to achieve all of its objectives.' Alonso said it felt good returning home to Madrid, where he won six titles as a player from 2009-2014. 'Without a doubt this is a very special day for me,' Alonso said. 'I'm very happy to be at a place where I feel is my home. I may have been a few years away, but the link with Real Madrid and Madrid fans has always existed." The ceremony to introduce Alonso began with the showing of a video with some of Alonso's highlights as a player for Madrid, Spain and other clubs where he played as a midfielder. There were also highlights of his stints as a coach at Madrid's youth squads, Real Sociedad's 'B' team and with Bayer Leverkusen, which he left after this season. Advertisement The 43-year-old Alonso, who arrives on a contract until June 2028, watched the video alongside his wife and other invitees. 'Today is a very special day for all of us, it's the start of a new phase," Madrid president Florentino Pérez said. 'Because we have a new coach who already is one of the best in the world and who represents the values of Real Madrid because he knows exactly what this shield and this shirt means." Alonso is returning to Real Madrid to take over a club that failed to meet expectations this season. It won the UEFA Super Cup title but mostly struggled after that, failing to lift another trophy and losing all four 'clásico' matches against rival Barcelona, which clinched a league and cup double. 'We have a great team, with fantastic players,' Alonso said. 'I'm convinced that I can achieve important things, worthy of Real Madrid. I want to inspire the fans, make them proud of the team that they see on the field. I have a good feeling that we can start something great.' Advertisement Alonso helped Madrid win the Spanish league in 2012 and the 2014 Champions League before leaving to help Bayern Munich win three Bundesliga titles. As a coach, Alonso led Leverkusen to an unprecedented German league and cup double last year in his first full season after taking over the team when it was in the Bundesliga's relegation zone the season before. His team became the first to complete a whole Bundesliga campaign unbeaten. Leverkusen's only defeat in 2023-24 was to Atalanta in the Europa League final, and it bounced back three days later by winning the 2024 German Cup. ___ AP soccer:
Associated Press
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Alonso officially takes over as Real Madrid's coach and vows to follow in the footsteps of Ancelotti
MADRID (AP) — Xabi Alonso officially took over Real Madrid's coaching job on Monday, vowing to follow in the footsteps of Carlo Ancelotti and saying he has 'a good feeling' about the team's future under his command. Madrid announced the hiring of Alonso on Sunday, a day after the club paid tribute to Ancelotti at the team's final Spanish league match of the season at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. Ancelotti is taking over the Brazil job after four mostly successful seasons in his second stint with the club. 'I'm here to take over from Carlo Ancelotti, who was my coach and is a great person,' Alonso said. 'He is a coach who left his mark on me and had a great influence. Without his guidance, I probably wouldn't be here. I'll pick up his legacy with pride and honor of now being in the position that Carlo was before, and I hope to live up to the expectations and lead this club to achieve all of its objectives.' Alonso said it felt good returning home to Madrid, where he won six titles as a player from 2009-2014. 'Without a doubt this is a very special day for me,' Alonso said. 'I'm very happy to be at a place where I feel is my home. I may have been a few years away, but the link with Real Madrid and Madrid fans has always existed.' The ceremony to introduce Alonso began with the showing of a video with some of Alonso's highlights as a player for Madrid, Spain and other clubs where he played as a midfielder. There were also highlights of his stints as a coach at Madrid's youth squads, Real Sociedad's 'B' team and with Bayer Leverkusen, which he left after this season. The 43-year-old Alonso, who arrives on a contract until June 2028, watched the video alongside his wife and other invitees. 'Today is a very special day for all of us, it's the start of a new phase,' Madrid president Florentino Pérez said. 'Because we have a new coach who already is one of the best in the world and who represents the values of Real Madrid because he knows exactly what this shield and this shirt means.' Alonso is returning to Real Madrid to take over a club that failed to meet expectations this season. It won the UEFA Super Cup title but mostly struggled after that, failing to lift another trophy and losing all four 'clásico' matches against rival Barcelona, which clinched a league and cup double. 'We have a great team, with fantastic players,' Alonso said. 'I'm convinced that I can achieve important things, worthy of Real Madrid. I want to inspire the fans, make them proud of the team that they see on the field. I have a good feeling that we can start something great.' Alonso helped Madrid win the Spanish league in 2012 and the 2014 Champions League before leaving to help Bayern Munich win three Bundesliga titles. As a coach, Alonso led Leverkusen to an unprecedented German league and cup double last year in his first full season after taking over the team when it was in the Bundesliga's relegation zone the season before. His team became the first to complete a whole Bundesliga campaign unbeaten. Leverkusen's only defeat in 2023-24 was to Atalanta in the Europa League final, and it bounced back three days later by winning the 2024 German Cup. ___ AP soccer:
