Breaking: Xabi Alonso to Take the Helm at Real Madrid after Ancelotti's Exit, Brazil Bound
Real Madrid manager Ancelotti departs, embarks on Brazilian journey.
Skip the formalities, let's dive right in! The rumor mill is abuzz with a spectacular shift in the world of football. Carlo Ancelotti's tenure at Real Madrid is drawing to a close, and Xabi Alonso is set to step up as the new coach.
The 65-year-old Italian coach, renowned for being the only one to have claimed league titles in five different countries, is about to embark on a brand-new adventure as the lead coach for Brazil's national football team. This decision, according to the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF), is more than a strategic move; it's a bold declarative statement that Brazil is aiming to reclaim the top spot on the global podium—to win the World Cup once more, baby!
"Bringing Carlo Ancelotti to Brazil as our head coach is not just a strategic move; it's a statement to the universe that we're determined to regain our spot as world champions," the CBF announced, hyping up the anticipation. "He's the greatest coach in history and will now lead the greatest national team in the world. Together, we will pen new glorious chapters in the annals of Brazilian football history."
This fantastic opportunity clears the path for Xabi Alonso in Madrid. Currently managing Bayer 04 Leverkusen, Alonso, a former professional at the club, has long been considered the hottest candidate to take over from Ancelotti. In fact, he's already said his goodbyes at Leverkusen, where he secured a double win of championship and the DFB-Pokal in 2024. According to Spanish sports newspaper "Marca," Alonso is all set to manage Real at the Club World Cup in the United States, which kicks off on June 14. As of now, there's been no official confirmation regarding his new role in Madrid.
Let's rewind a bit. Ancelotti's second stint in Madrid started in 2021. However, this season hasn't been a walk in the park. Despite securing the Spanish championship and the Champions League the previous season, Real was eliminated in the quarter-finals of the Champions League this time around, succumbing to Arsenal. In the Spanish Cup, Ancelotti's Real lost the final to Barcelona, a clash that always stings in Madrid. As of now, it seems like the championship is heading towards Barcelona as well.
The Brazilian national team, on the other hand, has been mired in a sporting crisis for quite some time, having gone through several coaches already. In March, the federation parted ways with Dorival Júnior.
Remember, this is not another run-of-the-mill transfer tittle-tattle; this is real, people! Real Madrid fans, fasten your seatbelts. It's about to get turbocharged with Xabi Alonso at the helm!
Sources: ntv.de, tsi/dpa/sid
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EC countries, with the free movement of workers, will soon see Xabi Alonso moving within the football industry, as he takes on the role of Real Madrid's new coach, a position previously held by Carlo Ancelotti. Alonso, famous for managing Bayer 04 Leverkusen and leading them to a double win, is now expected to join Real Madrid in international competitions such as European-leagues and the Club World Cup. As for Ancelotti, he is now set to coach the Brazilian national football team, aiming to bring Brazil back to the top of global sports.
