The Rest Is Football Pressure on Xabi Alonso, Atlético’s Title Hopes & La Liga’s Fall in Europe
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Dec 2, 2025 Real Madrid faces mounting pressure as Xabi Alonso deals with criticism following three consecutive draws. In contrast, Atlético Madrid, under Diego Simeone, is on a seven-match winning streak, igniting hopes for a title challenge. The conversation also highlights La Liga’s struggle in Europe, with Spanish teams losing against English clubs in a shocking 10 of the last 11 encounters, raising questions about the league's dominance.
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Real Madrid Lacks Team Cohesion
- Real Madrid's three consecutive draws indicate a deeper cohesion problem rather than isolated bad luck.
- Gary Lineker and Alex Aljoe highlight that many brilliant individuals are not yet functioning as a team.
Shift In European Balance Emerging
- Recent head-to-heads show a shift: English clubs have won 10 of the last 11 fixtures versus La Liga sides.
- Gary Lineker suggests Spain's historical European edge may be eroding as the Premier League strengthens.
Preserve Emerging On-Field Partnerships
- Keep impactful players on the pitch when chemistry is emerging; fans wanted Trent kept on with Gonzalo Garcia's link-up.
- Alex Aljoe highlights that substitutions that break promising combinations fuel supporter frustration.