'We Will be the Hunted Ones': Xabi Alonso Ahead of Bayer Leverkusen's 2024/25 Season
4 months, 3 weeks ago

'We Will be the Hunted Ones': Xabi Alonso Ahead of Bayer Leverkusen's 2024/25 Season

News 18  

Xabi Alonso seems aware of Bayer Leverkusen’s unknown challenge ahead of the 2024/25 season. Champions League, German Cup, the national league, and the Supercup, with last season’s league champion facing the runner-up, the reigning German champions don’t seem to run out of challenges. Having lost last season’s Europa League final leaves space for improvements aside from Alonso’s efforts to keep away pressure. The Spaniard seems aware of a similarly successful season coming along with the German Cup victory and the league title will be something very special to repeat.

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Xabi Alonso feels pride and pain after Bayer Leverkusen finally lose
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Xabi Alonso feels pride and pain after Bayer Leverkusen finally lose

The Independent  

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Leverkusen and coach Alonso accept their first loss, now must lift themselves for German cup final
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Leverkusen and coach Alonso accept their first loss, now must lift themselves for German cup final

Associated Press  

DUBLIN — It was five days short of a full year since Bayer Leverkusen and its standout young coach Xabi Alonso had lost a game of soccer. The reality of sports bit hard Wednesday when the new German champion’s unbeaten run came to a shuddering stop in its 52nd game of the season, the Europa League final. “The normality is …

Xabi Alonso fumes 'no long balls' at his Bayer Leverkusen stars during training as fans hail Spaniard for 'practicing what he's preaching' during intense coaching drill
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Xabi Alonso fumes 'no long balls' at his Bayer Leverkusen stars during training as fans hail Spaniard for 'practicing what he's preaching' during intense coaching drill

Daily Mail  

Xabi Alonso was praised for 'practicing what he's preached' during training with his Bayer Leverkusen squad as the former midfield maestro showcased his skills while instructing his team on passing drills. Alonso shouts at his players 'no long ball' as he demands more interlinking passing play through midfield and gathers his players to show them exactly what he wants them …

Xabi Alonso and his GLEEFUL Bayer Leverkusen staff react to finding out Europa League semi-final opponent, as footage prompts fans to warn German champions about underestimating Roma
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Xabi Alonso and his GLEEFUL Bayer Leverkusen staff react to finding out Europa League semi-final opponent, as footage prompts fans to warn German champions about underestimating Roma

Daily Mail  

If Erik ten Hag wins the FA Cup with Man United, does he deserve to keep his job? Listen to the It's All Kicking Off podcast Xabi Alonso appeared confident after finding out which team his side will face Footage has circulated on social media that captured the moment Xabi Alonso found out who his side will face in the …

Neverkusen no more: Bayer Leverkusen’s relentless mentality powers title charge in Bundesliga 2024
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Neverkusen no more: Bayer Leverkusen’s relentless mentality powers title charge in Bundesliga 2024

The Hindu  

Scenes of pure jubilation erupted at the BayArena on Sunday as Bayer Leverkusen emphatically secured its first-ever Bundesliga title. But under the astute guidance of Xabi Alonso, who is in his first full season managing a club’s first team, Leverkusen has undergone a staggering metamorphosis, transforming from relegation candidates into invincible champions. Playing 3-4-2-1, Alonso’s Leverkusen is a well-drilled modern …

Xabi Alonso has made a brave choice – and it leaves one clear winner
9 months, 1 week ago

Xabi Alonso has made a brave choice – and it leaves one clear winner

The Independent  

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Xabi Alonso confirms he WON'T take Liverpool or Bayern Munich jobs - and reveals reasoning for turning down chance to succeed Jurgen Klopp - as he announces he's staying at Bayer Leverkusen
9 months, 1 week ago

Xabi Alonso confirms he WON'T take Liverpool or Bayern Munich jobs - and reveals reasoning for turning down chance to succeed Jurgen Klopp - as he announces he's staying at Bayer Leverkusen

Daily Mail  

Xabi Alonso revealed on Friday he had ruled himself out of contention to be the next Liverpool boss because he has unfinished business at Bayer Leverkusen. Xabi Alonso has confirmed he will stay at Bundesliga leaders Bayer Leverkusen beyond this season rather than replace Jurgen Klopp or Thomas Tuchel Liverpool were interested in Alonso as they look to replace Jurgen …

Liverpool omit Xabi Alonso from managerial shortlist to replace Jurgen Klopp
9 months, 1 week ago

Liverpool omit Xabi Alonso from managerial shortlist to replace Jurgen Klopp

The Independent  

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Xabi Alonso leads Bayer Leverkusen to the brink of the Bundesliga title
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Xabi Alonso leads Bayer Leverkusen to the brink of the Bundesliga title

Live Mint  

Xabi Alonso doesn’t yet dare speak of winning the Bundesliga but his team is playing like a champion inexorably closing in on the German title. They have to decide, and when I see that the players make good decisions, normally we play better.” Alonso’s success – Leverkusen was in the relegation zone when he took over in October 2022 – …

Xabi Alonso won’t dare say it but Bayer Leverkusen is closing in on the Bundesliga title
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Xabi Alonso won’t dare say it but Bayer Leverkusen is closing in on the Bundesliga title

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Xabi Alonso doesn’t yet dare speak of winning the Bundesliga but his team is playing like a champion inexorably closing in on the German title. They have to decide, and when I see that the players make good decisions, normally we play better.” Alonso’s success – Leverkusen was in the relegation zone when he took over in October …

Bayer Leverkusen’s Alex Grimaldo: ‘I’d have loved to have a coach like Xabi Alonso at 20’
10 months, 1 week ago

Bayer Leverkusen’s Alex Grimaldo: ‘I’d have loved to have a coach like Xabi Alonso at 20’

New York Times  

Bayer Leverkusen wing-back Alex Grimaldo has just been asked about the goal he scored when Xabi Alonso’s Bundesliga leaders beat their main title rivals Bayern Munich 3-0 a fortnight ago. It was an important goal because 2-0 made us more relaxed.” That was Grimaldo’s 10th goal for Leverkusen to go with 11 assists in 32 games across all competitions this …

Liverpool identify alternative to Xabi Alonso in search for next manager
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Liverpool identify alternative to Xabi Alonso in search for next manager

The Independent  

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In-demand coach Alonso says speculation over his future won’t distract Leverkusen
10 months, 2 weeks ago

In-demand coach Alonso says speculation over his future won’t distract Leverkusen

Associated Press  

LEVERKUSEN, Germany — Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso has denied the speculation over his future is a distraction for the Bundesliga leaders after Bayern Munich announced coach Thomas Tuchel is leaving. Alonso is considered one of the most in-demand coaches in European soccer for upcoming vacancies at Bayern and Liverpool — both clubs where he played — by leading Leverkusen …

How Xabi Alonso gave a tactical masterclass to destroy Bayern Munich
10 months, 3 weeks ago

How Xabi Alonso gave a tactical masterclass to destroy Bayern Munich

Live Mint  

There were quite a few startling sights during Bayer Leverkusen’s 3-0 humbling of the mighty Bayern Munich. He has tactically out-thought every opponent, and the fact that Leverkusen remain the only undefeated team in all of Europe’s top leagues is testament to what a great job he has done. Bayern wasn’t sure exactly how Leverkusen were playing, because Alonso had …

Bundesliga: ‘I’m sure’ Alonso will stay, says Leverkusen sporting director
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Bundesliga: ‘I’m sure’ Alonso will stay, says Leverkusen sporting director

The Hindu  

Bayer Leverkusen sporting director Simon Rolfes said Sunday he was certain in-demand coach Xabi Alonso would stay with the league leaders beyond this season. Speaking on German TV the day after Alonso’s Leverkusen thumped perennial Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich 3-0 to take a five-point lead atop the table, Rolfes was asked if Alonso would stay beyond the summer. “He knows …

Alonso and Leverkusen face Bayern Munich in ultimate test of their title bid
11 months ago

Alonso and Leverkusen face Bayern Munich in ultimate test of their title bid

Associated Press  

DUESSELDORF, Germany — It’s now or “Neverkusen.” Xabi Alonso has coached Bayer Leverkusen to its best chance in years of finally winning the Bundesliga. Bayern’s long reign in German soccer has seen plenty of would-be challengers fall short, not least Borussia Dortmund throwing away its chance on the last day of last season. “What Jurgen has done at Liverpool, I …

Obsessive! He's worked under Guardiola, Mourinho and Ancelotti - but what are the secrets of Xabi Alonso, Liverpool's manager in waiting? Mail Sport spends two days with him to find out what makes him
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Obsessive! He's worked under Guardiola, Mourinho and Ancelotti - but what are the secrets of Xabi Alonso, Liverpool's manager in waiting? Mail Sport spends two days with him to find out what makes him

Daily Mail  

No Salah, no problem! Jurgen Klopp rocked the football world by announcing that he will leave Liverpool at the end of the season Klopp joined Liverpool in 2015 and has turned the Reds back into European and domestic champions in the following years Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso is the hottest managerial property in Europe Your browser does not support …

Xabi Alonso is Europe's hottest property: He's lifted Bayer Leverkusen from the drop zone to the top and is ready to rain on Harry Kane's parade... we spent two days with him to see what the fuss is a
1 year ago

Xabi Alonso is Europe's hottest property: He's lifted Bayer Leverkusen from the drop zone to the top and is ready to rain on Harry Kane's parade... we spent two days with him to see what the fuss is a

Daily Mail  

He has still got it, that much is clear. Wednesday lunchtime, on a training pitch next to Bayer Leverkusen's stadium, and Xabi Alonso is fizzing balls around with pinpoint accuracy. Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso is the hottest managerial property in Europe Alonso faces the tough task of trying to stop Harry Kane and the Bayern Munich juggernaut The Leverkusen …

Xabi Alonso: Real Madrid, Bayern Munich or Liverpool’s next manager…?
1 year, 1 month ago

Xabi Alonso: Real Madrid, Bayern Munich or Liverpool’s next manager…?

New York Times  

Bayer Leverkusen’s rise to the summit of the Bundesliga has seen Xabi Alonso become one of the most talked-about young managers in European football. In a recent edition of The Athletic Football Podcast, host Ayo Akinwolere asked The Athletic’s Raphael Honigstein and Thom Harris to explain what it is that has made Alonso so successful so quickly, and why so …

Xabi Alonso uses a career of playing for great coaches to write his own winning recipe at Leverkusen
1 year, 1 month ago

Xabi Alonso uses a career of playing for great coaches to write his own winning recipe at Leverkusen

Associated Press  

LEVERKUSEN, Germany — Xabi Alonso would rather be playing than coaching Bayer Leverkusen. As a winner of one World Cup, two European Championships, two Champions Leagues and a host of other titles in England, Germany and Spain, Alonso’s personal trophy haul outshines the silverware won in 119 years of Leverkusen history. “What he’s done for the club, it’s been unbelievable.” …

Bundesliga: Xabi Alonso marks a successful year in charge at Bayer Leverkusen ahead of Rhine derby with Cologne
1 year, 3 months ago

Bundesliga: Xabi Alonso marks a successful year in charge at Bayer Leverkusen ahead of Rhine derby with Cologne

The Hindu  

From the relegation zone to the top of the standings. Alonso marked his first anniversary at the German club on Thursday and has a game against local rival Cologne on Sunday, another test of Leverkusen’s credentials to challenge Bayern Munich for the Bundesliga title. One year later, Leverkusen is in first place after climbing to the top of the standings …

Xabi Alonso marks a successful year in charge at Bayer Leverkusen ahead of Rhine derby with Cologne
1 year, 3 months ago

Xabi Alonso marks a successful year in charge at Bayer Leverkusen ahead of Rhine derby with Cologne

Associated Press  

DUESSELDORF, Germany — From the relegation zone to the top of the standings. Alonso marked his first anniversary at the German club on Thursday and has a game against local rival Cologne on Sunday, another test of Leverkusen’s credentials to challenge Bayern Munich for the Bundesliga title. One year later, Leverkusen is in first place after climbing to the top …

Xabi Alonso and why everyone wants Bayer Leverkusen head coach
1 year, 3 months ago

Xabi Alonso and why everyone wants Bayer Leverkusen head coach

New York Times  

From the relegation zone to being level on points with Bayern Munich at the top of the Bundesliga, Xabi Alonso has led Bayer Leverkusen on quite the ride in his 12 months as manager. Wing-back Alejandro Grimaldo has given Alonso an attacking threat down the left-hand side — after generating 12.7 expected assists last season at Benfica, a figure that …

Europa League: Xabi Alonso says he’s staying at Bayer Leverkusen, dismisses speculation
1 year, 7 months ago

Europa League: Xabi Alonso says he’s staying at Bayer Leverkusen, dismisses speculation

The Hindu  

Bayern Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso has rubbished his links away from the club and has said that his immediate focus is on the Europa League semifinal. I’m not thinking at all about my future,” Alonso said before Thursday’s Europa League semifinal match against Roma. “I’m fully focused on what I want, and I’ve spoken with everyone who needs to know.” …

Xabi Alonso takes on Mourinho after transforming Leverkusen
1 year, 8 months ago

Xabi Alonso takes on Mourinho after transforming Leverkusen

Associated Press  

DUESSELDORF, Germany — A decade after he last played under José Mourinho at Real Madrid, Xabi Alonso takes on his old boss as a coach. A win over Mourinho’s Roma in their Europa League semifinal first leg in Italy Thursday would further boost Alonso’s growing reputation following a remarkable turnaround in Bayer Leverkusen’s fortunes this season. Leverkusen hasn’t got this …

Xabi Alonso’s first week at Bayer Leverkusen – encouraging signs despite setbacks
2 years, 2 months ago

Xabi Alonso’s first week at Bayer Leverkusen – encouraging signs despite setbacks

New York Times  

Friendly applause greeted the final whistle at BayArena in appreciation of a match where the scoreline didn’t reflect the performance. “It’s hard for me to talk about the result because we didn’t deserve it,” Bayer Leverkusen’s new manager said after the 3-0 home defeat by Porto. Errors and bad breaks are so commonplace on this side of the Rhine that …

Bayer Leverkusen 4-0 Schalke: Xabi Alonso's managerial bow begins with an empathic victory
2 years, 3 months ago

Bayer Leverkusen 4-0 Schalke: Xabi Alonso's managerial bow begins with an empathic victory

Daily Mail  

Xabi Alonso steered Bayer Leverkusen to 4-0 over Schalke on his top-level coaching debut on Saturday, the team earning just its second league win of the season. Xabi Alonso broke the record for the biggest win by a coach on their Bundesliga debut match Alonso - a former midfield maestro who won top honors with Spain, Liverpool, Real Madrid and …

Xabi Alonso wins first Bayer Leverkusen game 4-0 against Schalke
2 years, 3 months ago

Xabi Alonso wins first Bayer Leverkusen game 4-0 against Schalke

New York Times  

Bayer Leverkusen thrashed Schalke 4-0 in Xabi Alonso’s first match in charge of the Bundesliga side. Alonso replaced Gerardo Seoane earlier this week and the former Liverpool, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich midfielder has immediately lifted his new side out of the relegation zone. GO DEEPER 'I have ambition to manage an elite team, but I am in no hurry' …

Xabi Alonso rules himself out of Bayern Munich job contention
5 years ago

Xabi Alonso rules himself out of Bayern Munich job contention

The Hindu  

Xabi Alonso has ruled himself out of the running to be the next Bayern Munich head coach because he does not have enough experience. Former club Madrid had a difficult time, says Alonso Alonso, 38, won LaLiga and the Champions League during five seasons at Real Madrid. Madrid stuck by head coach Zinedine Zidane despite a poor start to the …

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