Real Madrid appoint Xabi Alonso as coach

Xabi Alonso has been appointed the new coach of Real Madrid with the Spaniard to take over from June 1 and lead the team at the Club World Cup.

"Xabi Alonso will be the Real Madrid coach for the next three seasons, from June 1, 2025 until June 30, 2028," said Real Madrid in a statement.

Alonso succeeds Carlo Ancelotti, who has taken over as Brazil national coach.

(AP)