Real Madrid announced today, Sunday, the appointment of their former star player Xabi Alonso as the head coach of the first football team, with a contract lasting three years starting from June 1, 2025, until June 30, 2028.
Xabi Alonso: A Legend on the Pitch
Xabi Alonso is considered one of the greatest legends of Real Madrid and world football. He represented the royal club in 236 official matches between 2009 and 2014. During these years, he won six major titles with the team, most notably the club’s 10th UEFA Champions League title in Lisbon, as well as the UEFA Super Cup, La Liga title, two Copa del Rey trophies, and one Spanish Super Cup.

An Impressive International Career
On the international stage, Alonso boasts an outstanding record with the Spanish national team, playing in 113 matches. He helped Spain win the 2010 FIFA World Cup and two UEFA European Championships in 2008 and 2012, making him one of the greatest players of Spain’s golden generation.

Coaching Beginnings and a Promising Career
Alonso began his coaching career at Real Madrid’s academy, managing the under-14 team during the 2018-2019 season. He led the team to win the local league and the UEFA Youth League. He then progressed to professional coaching with German club Bayer Leverkusen, achieving notable success by winning the Bundesliga, the German Cup, and the German Super Cup in three consecutive seasons, earning a reputation as one of Europe’s top young coaches.

Official Presentation Ceremony and Future Aspirations
Real Madrid will officially welcome their new coach tomorrow, Monday, May 26, in a ceremony at the club’s headquarters in Madrid at 12:30 PM. The event will include Alonso’s introduction to the media and fans, followed by a press conference where he will discuss his plans and goals for the royal team.Through Alonso’s appointment, Real Madrid hopes to regain its strength both domestically and in Europe, leveraging his experience as both a player and coach to boost the club’s chances in upcoming competitions.