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Football Weekly Real Madrid’s rocky week and crunch time for Antonio Conte – Football Weekly
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Nov 11, 2025 
Nicky Bandini, a seasoned football journalist specializing in Italian football, joins Philippe Auclair, a seasoned writer with a focus on Ligue 1, and Sid Lowe, noted for his insights on La Liga. The trio dives into Real Madrid's recent struggles and the mounting pressure on Antonio Conte at Napoli. They also dissect Barcelona's high defensive line and the complexities of their financial strategies. Further discussions touch on PSG's injury woes and the competitive landscape of Ligue 1, all highlighting the dynamic challenges in European football.
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Alonso's Structural Shift At Real Madrid
- Xabi Alonso is trying to impose structure and a higher pressing identity at Real Madrid rather than letting players play off the cuff.
- That shift clashes with some players' preference for freedom and has dented Madrid's fluency and excitement.
Madrid's Ownership And European Power Shift
- Real Madrid face broader economic pressure from the Premier League's financial muscle and the Super League debate.
- Florentino Pérez is exploring foreign investment models which could alter Madrid's member-owned structure.
Barcelona's High Line Is A Tactical Choice
- Barcelona's high line remains intentionally part of their identity but execution has slipped compared with last season.
- Hansi Flick argues problems stem from timing and pressure management rather than height of the defensive line alone.