Alonso’s Leverkusen need Bayern miracle
Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso must channel the “Miracle of Istanbul”, Liverpool’s incredible comeback to win the 2005 Champions League final, to overcome Bayern Munich.
Alonso: Leverkusen need ‘big miracle’ to reach Champions League last eight
Xabi Alonso lamented Bayer Leverkusen’s self-inflicted errors in Wednesday’s Champions League last-16 3-0 loss at Bayern Munich, saying they needed a “big miracle” to reach the quarter-finals.
‘Henderson’s made more of an impact than Alonso’
Jordan Henderson has made ‘a bigger impact’ at Liverpool than Xabi Alonso ever did, claims Steve Nicol, with the club’s current captain considered to be ‘more effective’ than a World Cup winner.
Real will relish PSG test – Alonso
Two-time Champions League winner Xabi Alonso believes Real Madrid will enjoy the chance to take on Paris Saint-Germain in a blockbuster last-16 tie.
Ronaldo will deliver when needed for Madrid – Alonso
Xabi Alonso believes Cristiano Ronaldo will deliver when Real Madrid need him, and the former midfielder feels the La Liga title race is not yet over.
Alonso announces move into management
Former Bayern Munich and Spain international Xabi Alonso has revealed he is moving into management after retiring at the end of last season.
Madrid can win six trophies this season – Alonso
Former Real Madrid midfielder Xabi Alonso believes the Spanish and European champions are capable of winning six titles in 2017-18.
Tolisso can replace Alonso at Bayern – Ancelotti
Bayern Munich coach Carlo Ancelotti believes off-season signing Corentin Tolisso is capable of replacing retired great Xabi Alonso.