Rodrygo was hoping for a fresh start when Xabi Alonso took over as Real Madrid manager. At first, things looked promising. The Brazilian forward got some chances early in the FIFA Club World

This article was originally published on www.si.com as Xabi Alonso Fires Kylian Mbappe Rallying Cry After Real Madrid Return. Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso warned that Kylian Mbappé is only “getting better” as the Spanish giants advance through the Club World Cup knockout stages.

Alonso's recent words are of a coach who is trying to improve a side that had lost its structure due to the focus on individuality