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Football Weekly Real Madrid pull clear, Højlund in form and Bayern unbeaten – Football Weekly
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Oct 7, 2025 This discussion dives into Real Madrid's evolving tactics under Xabi Alonso, including Fede Valverde's unusual role at right back. Jude Bellingham's recovery and potential return sparks intrigue, while Madrid’s midfield reshapes post-Kroos. Barcelona's high line struggles surface after their loss to Sevilla, and the implications of overseas La Liga and Serie A matches are critically examined. In Serie A, Rasmus Højlund's impressive form and the surge of British players highlight the shifting landscape, while Bayern's dominance in the Bundesliga raises questions about challengers.
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Alonso Creating A Tighter Madrid Structure
- Xabi Alonso is building a clearer, tighter structure at Real Madrid that changes player roles and team shape.
- That structure explains mixed results: occasionally brilliant organisation, but vulnerability when key moments go wrong.
Valverde Proved Alonso Right By Adapting
- Fede Valverde publicly resisted playing right back but performed excellently when Alonso deployed him there.
- The episode shows Alonso will prioritise team needs over public player protest.
Bellingham's Return Created A Selection Dilemma
- Jude Bellingham's rushed return exposed Madrid's dilemma of reintegrating a star into a functioning system.
- Alonso may use the international break as a short rebuild window to fit Bellingham properly back in.