Real Madrid’s last game against Pachuca was an indicator that Rodrygo will not have it easy under Xabi Alonso.After a so-so performance against Al-Hilal, the Brazilian was left on the bench against

Amid growing transfer speculation, Rodrygo did not play a single minute of Real Madrid’s first victory under Xabi Alonso. Question marks surround Rodrygo’s place at Real Madrid following a poor 2024–25 campaign.

With four goals, one red card, and qualification to the last-16 of the Club World Cup almost secured for Real Madrid on Sunday, there was plenty for Xabi Alonso to discuss after the game. Of the things he was asked about,