Xabi Alonso might have retired years ago but one clip from a training session in Madrid is proof that his class on the ball hasn’t aged at all.
Xabi Alonso has taken over Madrid training
Real Madrid’s current squad is packed with midfield stars. But, head coach Xabi Alonso just showed he still runs the show without even stepping into a match. In a recent training session clip, a loose ball come down from the sky with alarming speed. Most players would either have stepped back or tried to take a catch.
Not Alonso. He watched it drop, waited a heartbeat, and killed its flight with a touch so smooth it could have come straight out of his Liverpool or Bayern days. You could see the awe in the faces of Madrid’s young guns. That was a kind of look you give when you’ve just witnessed something special. That single touch summed up everything about Alonso’s game. He still has calmness, technique, and total control.
Xabi Alonso showing us that he hasn't lost a single bit of his talent. 🇪🇸😮💨pic.twitter.com/cGCmgNYQQ5
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Class never fades
Even after retiring in 2015, Alonso’s football IQ and muscle memory are untouched. He doesn’t need to run or tackle to prove a point. He only needed one simple moment in training to do that for him. His touch was world class. Players like Jude Bellingham and Federico Valverde are seen as Madrid’s future, but Alonso’s skills reminded his good old days.
For all the trophies and glory he has, it’s that class that keeps fans talking long after he left the beautiful game. The Los Blancos player’s are lucky to have him at their club and play under his watch.
Author’s Opinion:
Some players retire, others just stop playing. Alonso belongs to the second group. He doesn’t need a jersey number or a crowd to prove he’s still got it. That one touch said everything.
