Real Madrid manager, Xabi Alonso, has said, what essentially matters in defence are “solidity and discipline”.
The Spaniard’s statement is coming after he guided the Los Blancos to victory over Juventus on Tuesday night.
At Hard Rock Stadium, Miami, Florida, Real Madrid defeated Juventus by a lone goal in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 round of 16 match to reach the quarter finals on Tuesday 1 July, 2025, thanks to Gonzalo Garcia’s 54th minute header, converting new signing, Trent Alexander-Arnold’s cross.
Real Madrid midfielder, Federico Valverde, emerged Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the encounter following his beautiful contribution to the Spanish side’s victory.
Post-victory comments from Real Madrid Camp
According to the Club’s official X account:
Thibaut Courtois (Goalkeeper): “The defensive commitment from the team was outstanding.”
Xabi Alonso (Manager): “Solidity and discipline in defence are essential.”
Fran Garcia (Defender): “We’re in very good physical condition.”
Gonzalo Garcia (Forward): “Coming off to a standing ovation is an incredible feeling.”
Federico Valverde (Midfielder): “We had plenty of chances and that’s to our credit.”
Real Madrid will face Borussia Dortmund, who emerged victorious 2-1 over Monterrey on Wednesday 2 July, 2025, in the quarter finals of the tournament.
