Real Madrid have announced the sacking of head coach Xabi Alonso following yesterday’s match, bringing a sudden end to his tenure at the Santiago Bernabéu.
The decision came late last night after internal discussions within the club, sources say. An official statement from Real Madrid is expected soon, which will provide further details on the appointment of an interim coach and the club’s next steps in securing a permanent replacement.
Alonso, a former Real Madrid midfielder and one of the club’s celebrated figures, had been at the helm for [insert tenure period if known], but inconsistent results and recent performances reportedly influenced the decision to part ways.
