Rodrygo shines, Alonso under pressure
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Real Madrid forward Rodrygo Goes ended a long-running goal drought earlier this week when he scored in the 1-2 defeat against Manchester City at the Santiago Bernabeu.The 24-year-old attacker has
39mins: Can now confirm for you that Rodrygo’s goal was his first since March 4, 2025, when Real beat Atleti 2-1 at the Bernabeu in the Champions League round of 16. 38mins: A nice Real team move ends as Bellingham’s dink through for Vinicius is marginally overhit.
Nico O’Reilly scored a tap-in from a corner before Erling Haaland coolly converted a penalty. Pep Guardiola's side climb to fourth in the league-phase table, while Madrid drop to seventh. Successive home losses have increased the pressure on Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso.
Rodrygo’s Real Madrid future could be boosted by a decision over Vinicius Junior, as both stars face speculation over their next move. Los Blancos star Rodrygo has struggled for playing time
As the minutes ticked on, the frantic pace of the game settled. City were happy to defend their lead while the hosts’ energy dwindled. Whistles rang out, urging Alonso’s men to dig deep and put it all on the line for an equalizer.
Real Madrid had on course to bounce back from their weekend defeat to Celta Vigo after taking the lead against Manchester City, but within 15 minutes, they have now gone behind in their Champions
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Real Madrid predicted lineup vs. Alavés (4-2-3-1): Courtois; Valverde, Tchouaméni, Asencio, Huijsen; Ceballos, Güler; Rodrygo, Bellingham, Vinicius Junior; G. García.