Thierry Henry Spoke About Xabi Alonso and His Departure.
TV presenter and former soccer player, Thierry Henry, discussed the situation at Real Madrid and Xabi Alonso.
Thierry Henry commented on Xabi Alonso's dismissal
Following Real Madrid's defeat in the Spanish Super Cup against FC Barcelona, the board decided to dismiss coach Xabi Alonso. There were many reactions to the event. Thierry Henry decided to speak out about the situation
He described the events that led to the Real Madrid coach's departure as “absurd,” especially considering that he had been there for “six months.” “At a club of the caliber of Real Madrid or Barça... you can wake up and hear some bad news, because things could change and they do change. I find it absurd,” said former Arsenal player and presenter Henry on CBS.
Henry defended Xabi Alonso
He highlighted the importance of Xabi Alonso in helping Bayer Leverkusen win the Bundesliga, the German Cup, and the German Super Cup, adding that this team listened to what the Tolosa-born coach had to say and teach.
The former Real Madrid and Bayer Leverkusen coach had also achieved an unbeaten record during the 2023-2024 season with Leverkusen. This is a feat that the Reds and Blacks have not been able to replicate at present, with certain complications in winning games that they did not have in other years.
Philosophical differences between Barcelona and Real Madrid.
"At Barcelona, coaches are trained... In Madrid, the approach is different. It's 90 percent players, 10 percent coach,“ said Thierry Henry. He also mentioned the respect Barcelona players have for their style of play and the club itself. Henry referred to the ‘egos’ of Real Madrid players: ”Sometimes, ego comes into play and things get complicated."
