Alonso's position is still shaky.

Real Madrid gradually regained their confidence with a third consecutive victory, simultaneously narrowing the gap with league leaders Barcelona to just four points.

Xabi Alonso is facing many challenges at Real Madrid.

On January 5th, Real Madrid thrashed Betis 5-1 thanks to a hat-trick from young star Gonzalo Garcia. However, the atmosphere at the club remains gloomy after a difficult period at the end of 2025.

AS , citing internal sources at Real Madrid, reports that the club's management could still sack coach Xabi Alonso if Real Madrid lose to Atletico Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup semi-final on January 8th.

This Madrid derby is considered an "early final," with immense pressure on Alonso. If Real Madrid overcome Atletico, they will face the winner of the Barcelona - Athletic Club match in the final on January 11th.

The result in the Spanish Super Cup could determine the future of the young coach, who is facing much criticism despite the team's recent improvement. The 5-1 victory against Betis last weekend not only secured three crucial points in La Liga, helping Real Madrid close the gap with Barcelona to just four points, but also affirmed the depth of the squad in the absence of Kylian Mbappé due to injury.

Gonzalo García became the first academy player to score a hat-trick for the first team since Raúl in 2009, bringing great joy to the fans. However, Alonso's future remains uncertain, with all eyes now on the match against Atletico Madrid.

All goals from the Man City - Chelsea match: In the early hours of January 5th, Man City were held to a 1-1 draw by Chelsea thanks to a goal in the 90+4th minute of the 20th round of the Premier League.

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