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Under-fire Alonso says Real Madrid situation can 'change quickly'

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Real Madrid's Spanish coach Xabi Alonso gives a press conference at Valdebebas training grounds in Madrid on December 9, 2025 on the eve of their Champions League football match against Manchester City. [Pierre-Philippe MARCOU / AFP]

Under-pressure Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso insisted the situation he is in can swiftly change ahead of a potentially pivotal Champions League clash against Manchester City on Wednesday.

Los Blancos have won just two of their last seven games across all competitions, losing 2-0 against Celta Vigo on Sunday in La Liga, with Spanish media reporting Alonso faces the sack with a defeat against Pep Guardiola's side.

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