Coach Xabi Alonso: 'This is the perfect start to the new year'

Coach Xabi Alonso showed great enthusiasm following Real Madrid’s emphatic win, singling out Vinícius Junior for his outstanding hat-trick display at the Bernabéu.

After Real Madrid’s impressive 5-1 victory, Coach Xabi Alonso expressed his satisfaction, highlighting the team’s collective effort and the remarkable form of key players. According to the Spanish coach, it was a “very complete” match and an ideal way to kick off the new year.

In his post-match comments, Xabi Alonso lavished praise on Vinícius Junior, who continued to play a crucial role in the attack. “Vinícius performed excellently today. He is extremely important and will remain vital in the upcoming matches,” Alonso emphasized, affirming his full confidence in the Brazilian star.

However, the spotlight of the press conference was on Gonzalo Garcia, the young player who scored a hat-trick right at Santiago Bernabéu. Coach Alonso described it as the “dream match” for the young striker. “A hat-trick at the Bernabéu, in his first season with the senior team, is no easy feat. I’m genuinely very happy for Gonzalo,” he said.

According to Alonso, Gonzalo impressed not only with his goals but also as a role model for academy graduates. “He is truly amazing and serves as an example for other young players to follow,” the Spanish strategist added.

In conclusion, Coach Xabi Alonso affirmed that the entire team is on the right track. “We are very happy to start the new year with a victory like this, with a complete team performance and a hat-trick. The important thing is to maintain this spirit and form,” he concluded.

This win not only matters for the points but also boosts Real Madrid’s confidence for the upcoming phase of the season.