Luis Enrique Defends Xabi Alonso After 4-0 PSG Rout — “You Can’t Judge Him Yet”
After Paris Saint-Germain's dominant 4-0 victory over Real Madrid in the Club World Cup semi-final, you might expect rival coaches to trade sharp critiques — but Luis Enrique chose class over criticism, defending his opposite number Xabi Alonso with grace and empathy.
Speaking post-match, Enrique made it clear that Alonso, still fresh in his Real Madrid role, deserves time and patience, not judgment.
“Xabi Alonso does not need to prove anything. He needs a pre-season,” Enrique said, as reported by Madrid Zone.
“His project just started. I’ve been working on this project for over two years. You can’t compare.”
“You can’t judge him. He hasn’t had the time to work on anything yet.”
💬 Our Take: This is Bigger Than a Scoreline
Luis Enrique’s comments hit a deeper truth: Rome wasn’t built in a day, and neither is a Real Madrid dynasty.
The football world has become impatient — demanding instant results, instant glory. But Enrique’s remarks are a reminder that great teams take time to build. What we saw from Alonso may not have been perfect, but it’s the start of a journey — not the end of one.
Xabi’s appointment at Madrid is bold, and the expectations are massive. But if anyone knows about building a legacy through structure and patience, it’s Enrique — and this gesture of support speaks volumes about coaching respect and long-term vision.
⚽ What’s Next?
PSG face Chelsea in the Club World Cup final on Sunday, with eyes set on completing a historic campaign.
Real Madrid turn attention to pre-season preparations ahead of the 2025/26 La Liga season, with Alonso focused on rebuilding and establishing his tactical identity.
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