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Xabi Alonso takes a completely unexpected step to beat Pachuca, something never seen before

Xabi Alonso doesn't want any more setbacks and takes action to solve it with an unbelievable measure against Pachuca from Mexico

It's no secret to anyone that Xabi Alonso is one of the most exciting coaches in the world of soccer right now. This is due to his excellent career at Bayer Leverkusen and now facing one of the biggest challenges of his career at Real Madrid. However, it seems his start hasn't been the desired one with a draw against the Arab Al Hilal.

That's why he's trying to make up for this situation with a completely unbelievable measure meanwhile. In this sense, the Spanish coach has decided to step directly into training sessions as a playmaker. This way, he's trying to give a small lesson to those who have the qualities to become that problem Madrid has had.

Soccer player training on a field with a ball while another player watches in the background.
Mbappé training with Xabi in the United States | Didac Aguirre

This is truly a rather peculiar tactic, but it could definitely work for players who have the necessary qualities. Still, it's somewhat surprising to see how this coach seeks to innovate with every detail.

Alonso starts training

Many have joked on social media that, if necessary, he could join the squad as a player for the Merengues. Obviously, it's just a small joke, but without a doubt, in training sessions it really is a real option.

The playmaker role he had as a player both at Liverpool and at Mourinho's Real Madrid highlighted his great qualities. Now, with the need for a footballer who can give balance to the Merengues' midfield, maybe his teachings can be very useful.

Man in a dark suit being interviewed by several microphones
Xabi Alonso | Didac Aguirre

It's rare to see a coach putting on a footballer's jersey and doing his job during training sessions. However, given the measures and especially the disorganized play they had in the first match of the Club World Cup, there doesn't seem to be another option.

He has it very clear

What seems to be on the table is that the coach won't have any kind of problem getting involved in these kinds of actions if necessary. All with the intention of being able to recover the squad's highest level and thus keep winning high-caliber trophies.

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