Xabi Alonso made a surprise last -minute change only 1 day before the FIFA World Cup, Arda Güler and Mbappe Real Madrid’s tactic. French star did not join it !!
Real Madrid’s FIFA Clubs World Cup on June 14, 2025 only one day before the opening match, the new coach Xabi Alonso, a dramatic last -minute tactical decision created shock waves in the football world. Alonso chose to change the roles of the young Turkish star Arda Güler and French Superstar Kylian Mbappé in the first match against Al-Hilal in the first match of the tournament against Al-Hilal. However, this unexpected change leads to friction, Mbappé’nin the new strategy of the new strategy, the team union and Alonso’nun Real Madrid’s vision of the future reportedly came to the agenda.
After Carlo Ancelotti’s departure to manage the Brazilian national team, Alonso’s appointment of Real Madrid as the head coach was one of the most anticipated coach changes in recent years. The 43-year-old Spanish celebrated for carrying Bayer Leverkusen to a defeated Bundesliga championship in the 2023-24 season, came to Santiago Bernabéu with high expectations. Tactical intelligence and modern approach to the game were praised, but as the clubs World Cup approached, Alonso faces a tremendous pressure to get results immediately. Despite Real Madrid’s high-profile transfer of Mbappé, the cup-free 2024-25 season has left its fans and the board of directors desperate for success, and Alonso’s first exam will be in this prestigious global tournament.
The decision to change the roles of Güler and Mbappé is a brave decision. 2023’te transferred from Fenerbahce 20 -year -old Turkish wonders Guler, Ancelotti had difficulty in obtaining stable periods in the management of Ancelotti, usually played as a midfielder on the right wing or attack. However, Alonso sees Güler as a potential deep player, a role that reminiscent of Luka Modrić, who will leave the clubs after the World Cup. According to AS, he plans to deploy Alonso Güler in the midfield position by taking advantage of his ability to establish extraordinary games to organize attacks from deeper regions. This change coincides with the philosophy of establishing a game from the midfield, a strategy that has proven to be successful in Alonso in Leverkusen.
On the other hand, Mbappé is preparing to move from a preferred left striker position to a role in which he moves on a more central or right wing. This adjustment aims to address tactical imbalances that affect Real Madrid last season; Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior, both of which are natural left wing player, often fill the same areas, which lead to an unconnected attack. Alonso’s plan includes a flexible 4-4-2 array that can be transformed into 3-4-1-2, supported by Dynamic Wait, such as Trent Alexander-Arnold, where Mbappé and Vinícius are the preliminary duct and recently transferred from Liverpool. The width provided by the expectations is designed to stretch the opponent defenses and create space for Güler to direct the game from the midfield.
However, the disagreement, which was reported to be against Mbappé’s change in role, led to concerns. The French striker, who broke a record with 31 La Liga goals in his first season and won the European Golden Shoe award, is used to playing on the left side where he can use his speed and ball driving in a way to create a destructive effect. Sources close to the club argue that Mbappé is uncomfortable with the new positioning and believes that it can limit the opportunities of scoring goals. His dissatisfaction is added to the difficulties faced by Alonso because it is a feature of coaching in Real Madrid to manage egos in a staff full of stars. The Board of Directors led by Florentino Pérez has requested immediate success, and any dispute in the locker room may endanger Alonso’s early term of office.
The timing of this tactical change is particularly risky, because the clubs only have three training sessions before the World Cup starts. Real Madrid’s group stage includes matches against Al-Hilal, CF Pachuca and FC Salzburg, and they are expected to progress, while more challenging competitors such as Manchester City and Bayern Munich are waiting for their elimination tours. Alonso’s decision to implement such a significant change in the tournament in such a short time reflects his confidence in his vision, but also emphasizes high bets. It can strengthen a successful campaign authority and silence skeptics, while intensifying the examination on failure methods.
In the meantime, Güler can benefit from this opportunity to a significant extent. His ability was obvious, but prevented the development of injuries and limited game time. Alonso’s belief in the young midfielder, who is said to be targeted for Leverkusen before he was transferred to Madrid, can make Güler emerge as a key figure in this new period. However, when Modrić’s performance in the role of performance, the competition of players such as Jude Bellingham, and Güler’s durability will be tested when Franco Mastantuono of River Plate is combined with the potential arrival.
Real Madrid Clubs are preparing for the opening of the World Cup, all eyes will be able to manage this turbulent beginning of Alonso. The conflict of personalities, the integration of new tactics and the weight of expectations in one of the largest clubs in the world creates a fascinating narrative. It is not yet clear whether Alonso’s gambling would work or whether Mbappé’s dissatisfaction would disrupt the harmony of the team, but this brave movement has already prepared the scene of a dramatic tournament.
