Real Madrid Matches 60-Year-Old Record Under Xabi Alonso
Xabi Alonso's Real Madrid is off to an exceptional start this season, matching a record that dates back six decades. Fueled by a prolific Kylian Mbappé, who scores in nearly every game, the team appears unstoppable.
Historic Winning Streak
Los Blancos have secured thirteen wins in fourteen matches, a start this remarkable has only been achieved twice before in the club’s history. The last times were in the 1928-1929 and 1961-1962 seasons.
"So, 64 years later, Madrid once again gazes at legend," as Marca emphasizes.
Defensive Improvements
Real Madrid’s defensive record this season is impressive, conceding just 11 goals in 14 games—an average of 0.78 per match—with seven clean sheets. This is a significant improvement from last season when they let in 84 goals across 68 games, despite a heavy derby loss to Atlético.
Tributes at Anfield
Before Real Madrid’s visit to Anfield, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Xabi Alonso, Emilio Butragueño, and Dean Huijsen paid tribute to Diogo Jota and Andre Silva.
“Trent Alexander-Arnold, Xabi Alonso, Emilio Butragueño and Dean Huijsen laid tributes to Diogo Jota and Andre Silva at Anfield this evening ahead of Real Madrid's visit tomorrow night ❤️”
Author's summary: Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid is enjoying a near-record-breaking start, combining a potent attack with markedly improved defense, echoing the team's glory years.