The 15-time European champions made the 4,000-mile journey from the Spanish capital to Almaty, Kazakhstan less than 24 hours after suffering an embarassing 5–2 defeat to Atlético Madrid. Alonso’s men had to quickly shift their focus from the lopsided Madrid derby to the Champions League.

The Madrid derby once again proved to be more than just a football match, as Atletico Madrid handed Real Madrid a harsh lesson with a convincing display. The clash at Wanda Metropolitano was

Trent Alexander-Arnold is also out injured, meaning that Madrid are set to be without a recognised right-back for their upcoming fixtures.

Real Madrid scored four as they beat Levante 4-1 to keep their 100% record in La Liga. Goals from Vinicius Jr. and a Franco Mastantuono in the first half, the A

Fede Valverde has claimed that Real Madrid have to 'change as quickly as possible' after defeat in the Madrid derby.

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Real Madrid's 5-2 loss to Atletico Madrid is still being analyzed, with one journalist singling out the performances of three players and also comparing Xabi Alonso to Carlo Ancelotti.