Perez Stands by Alonso: ‘Circumstances, Not Mistake,’ Behind Madrid Exit

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Real Madrid president Florentino Perez defended his decision to hire Xabi Alonso on a recent Spanish football show. He argued that a hectic schedule and no pre-season training hurt the squad physically, rather than the coach’s approach. After a 3-2 Super Cup final loss to Barcelona led to Alonso’s departure, Perez insisted the appointment was still the right move. With interim boss Álvaro Arbeloa now in charge and club elections looming, Madrid faces a key choice on a permanent manager and the future of stars like Vinícius.

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