Overview
- Alonso cautioned that goals cannot hinge on Kylian Mbappé and urged alternatives through second balls and set pieces.
- He confirmed Trent Alexander-Arnold is match-fit, noting Federico Valverde can also cover the role to expand options.
- The manager said the team must live with injuries and is working to lessen the impact of Éder Militão’s issue.
- Real Madrid begin an eight-game run that includes multiple away fixtures, with preparation unchanged for playing on the road.
- Alonso described the response to recent criticism as normal and said all fit players will have equal chances during the congested schedule.