New Delhi: Former Real Madrid player Xabi Alonso will start his tenure as manager of the club when his team face Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal in their FIFA Club World Cup 2025 opening match at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida.

After a brilliant stint with German club Bayer Leverkusen, Alonso returned to his former club, but this time, the responsibility is much bigger. The club failed to win any trophies in the 2024-25 season, which prompted a managerial change. The fans have high expectations of their former player, who was known for composure and vision in midfield.

In his first match, Alonso is expected to line up new signings Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dean Huijsen with........

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