\ud83c\udfdf\ufe0f Santiago Bernab\u00e9u Hosts Xabi Alonso\u2019s First Victory as Madrid Manager<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nReal Madrid<\/strong> kicked off their La Liga 2025\/26 campaign<\/strong> <\/a>with a narrow but crucial 1-0 win over Osasuna<\/strong> at the Santiago Bernab\u00e9u. In a match that lacked flair and attacking fluidity, it was Kylian Mbapp\u00e9\u2019s second-half penalty<\/strong> that proved decisive, giving Xabi Alonso<\/strong> his first win as head coach and setting the tone for a season of redemption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u26a1 Match Summary: Mbapp\u00e9 Converts, Madrid Grind Out Victory<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Final Score<\/strong>: Real Madrid 1\u20130 Osasuna<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Goal<\/strong>: Kylian Mbapp\u00e9 (51\u2019 penalty)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Possession<\/strong>: Madrid 70% \u2013 Osasuna 30%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Shots on Target<\/strong>: Madrid 4 \u2013 Osasuna 0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Red Card<\/strong>: Abel Bretones (Osasuna, 90\u2019+)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nDespite dominating possession and territory, Los Blancos<\/strong> struggled to break down a resolute Osasuna side. The breakthrough came early in the second half when Mbapp\u00e9 was fouled by Juan Cruz<\/strong>, earning a penalty which he calmly dispatched to the bottom corner.<\/p>\n\n\n\nOsasuna rarely threatened, and their hopes of a late equalizer were dashed when Abel Bretones was sent off<\/strong> in stoppage time for a reckless challenge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\ud83d\udd0d Tactical Breakdown: Alonso\u2019s Madrid Still Finding Their Rhythm<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nUnder new manager Xabi Alonso<\/strong>, Real Madrid showed glimpses of tactical evolution. The team lined up with a fluid 4-3-3, featuring debutants Trent Alexander-Arnold<\/strong>, Dean Huijsen<\/strong>, and Alvaro Carreras<\/strong>, while Franco Mastantuono<\/strong> made a lively cameo off the bench.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Madrid-v-Osasuna-2.jpg\")
@realmadrid<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nHowever, Madrid\u2019s attacking play lacked cohesion. With Jude Bellingham sidelined until October<\/strong>, Alonso relied on Vin\u00edcius Jr.<\/strong> and Arda G\u00fcler<\/strong> to provide creativity, but Osasuna\u2019s compact shape stifled most forward momentum.<\/p>\n\n\n\nMadrid\u2019s expected goals (xG)<\/strong> in the first half was just 0.33 from 10 shots<\/strong>, highlighting their struggle to create clear-cut chances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\ud83c\udfc6 Redemption Season: Madrid\u2019s Mission to Reclaim Glory<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAfter a trophyless 2024\/25 campaign<\/a><\/strong>, including defeats in all encounters with arch-rivals Barcelona<\/strong>, Real Madrid enter the new season with a point to prove. The arrival of Mbapp\u00e9<\/strong>, Alonso\u2019s tactical vision, and a refreshed squad signal a renewed ambition to reclaim domestic and European silverware<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Madrid-v-Osasuna-3.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nMadridistas will be hoping Alonso can inject the intensity, structure, and flair<\/strong> that defined his playing career, and restore the club\u2019s winning identity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Final Word: A Win to Build On<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhile the performance was far from vintage, Real Madrid\u2019s opening win<\/strong> provides a platform for growth. With Alonso at the helm and Mbapp\u00e9 leading the line, the Madridistas<\/strong> have reason to believe that the road back to glory has begun.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStay tuned for more tactical breakdowns, transfer updates, and match previews as Madrid\u2019s journey unfolds.
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\u26a1 Match Summary: Mbapp\u00e9 Converts, Madrid Grind Out Victory<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Final Score<\/strong>: Real Madrid 1\u20130 Osasuna<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Goal<\/strong>: Kylian Mbapp\u00e9 (51\u2019 penalty)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Possession<\/strong>: Madrid 70% \u2013 Osasuna 30%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Shots on Target<\/strong>: Madrid 4 \u2013 Osasuna 0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Red Card<\/strong>: Abel Bretones (Osasuna, 90\u2019+)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nDespite dominating possession and territory, Los Blancos<\/strong> struggled to break down a resolute Osasuna side. The breakthrough came early in the second half when Mbapp\u00e9 was fouled by Juan Cruz<\/strong>, earning a penalty which he calmly dispatched to the bottom corner.<\/p>\n\n\n\nOsasuna rarely threatened, and their hopes of a late equalizer were dashed when Abel Bretones was sent off<\/strong> in stoppage time for a reckless challenge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\ud83d\udd0d Tactical Breakdown: Alonso\u2019s Madrid Still Finding Their Rhythm<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nUnder new manager Xabi Alonso<\/strong>, Real Madrid showed glimpses of tactical evolution. The team lined up with a fluid 4-3-3, featuring debutants Trent Alexander-Arnold<\/strong>, Dean Huijsen<\/strong>, and Alvaro Carreras<\/strong>, while Franco Mastantuono<\/strong> made a lively cameo off the bench.<\/p>\n\n\n\n@realmadrid<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nHowever, Madrid\u2019s attacking play lacked cohesion. With Jude Bellingham sidelined until October<\/strong>, Alonso relied on Vin\u00edcius Jr.<\/strong> and Arda G\u00fcler<\/strong> to provide creativity, but Osasuna\u2019s compact shape stifled most forward momentum.<\/p>\n\n\n\nMadrid\u2019s expected goals (xG)<\/strong> in the first half was just 0.33 from 10 shots<\/strong>, highlighting their struggle to create clear-cut chances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\ud83c\udfc6 Redemption Season: Madrid\u2019s Mission to Reclaim Glory<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAfter a trophyless 2024\/25 campaign<\/a><\/strong>, including defeats in all encounters with arch-rivals Barcelona<\/strong>, Real Madrid enter the new season with a point to prove. The arrival of Mbapp\u00e9<\/strong>, Alonso\u2019s tactical vision, and a refreshed squad signal a renewed ambition to reclaim domestic and European silverware<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nMadridistas will be hoping Alonso can inject the intensity, structure, and flair<\/strong> that defined his playing career, and restore the club\u2019s winning identity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Final Word: A Win to Build On<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhile the performance was far from vintage, Real Madrid\u2019s opening win<\/strong> provides a platform for growth. With Alonso at the helm and Mbapp\u00e9 leading the line, the Madridistas<\/strong> have reason to believe that the road back to glory has begun.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStay tuned for more tactical breakdowns, transfer updates, and match previews as Madrid\u2019s journey unfolds.
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\ud83c\udfc6 Redemption Season: Madrid\u2019s Mission to Reclaim Glory<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\n Final Word: A Win to Build On<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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