Xabi Alonso tightens discipline at Real Madrid, introduces a new training rule

Real Madrid players are adjusting to a stricter regime under the direction of the new coach, Xabi Alonsos. According to El Chiringuito TV, Alonso has ordered the team to arrive an hour before the start of training sessions, a change from a half hour request under the direction of former trainer Carlo Anceplotti. The change, implemented as training [...]
According to El Chiringuito TV, Alonso has ordered the team to arrive an hour before the start of training sessions, a change from a half hour request under the direction of former trainer Carlo Anceplotti.
The change, implemented as pre-sezonal exercise began on Monday in Valdebeba, highlights Alonso's emphasis on discipline and preparation as it shapes the team for La League's 2025/26 season.
) NUEVAS REAL MADRID:
) Con Anderlotti los jugadores tenían qua valgar media hora antes al entrennamento.
) Xabi Alonso cita a los jugadores. Pic.twitter. com/a m Ncn1 C6I
) El Chiringuito TV (@elchiringuitv) August 5, 2025
Alonsos' new rule comes as Real Madrid passes a challenging presezon, with key players such as Ferland Mendy, Endrick and Jude Bellingham absent at Monday's session due to physical problems, and the new signing Franco Mastano outside the fields until August 14th, reports Telegraph, broadcast Periscope.
The hour of earlier arrival is designed to promote a more focused environment, allowing additional heating, tactical information and connection between the team. /Periscope/












