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'Grateful' Alonso feels Real Madrid stars' support amid slump

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Real Madrid's Spanish coach Xabi Alonso reacts during the UEFA Champions League league match vs Manchester City at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid on December 10, 2025. [Oscar DEL POZO / AFP]

Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso said he feels backed by his squad to stay at the helm despite a 2-1 Champions League defeat by Manchester City on Wednesday.

Spanish media reported Alonso could be axed with a defeat against Pep Guardiola's side, in the build-up to the game, and home fans whistled their team afterwards.

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