Xabi Alonso decides not to train at Anfield to avoid 200 cameras
Real Madrid have begun preparations for their trip to Anfield. In their victory over Valencia in La Liga, Xabi Alonso’s side displayed smooth, dominant, and effective football reminiscent of their former glory days.
Valencia were almost unable to resist, and by half-time Real were leading 3-0 thanks to a double from Kylian Mbappé and a goal from Jude Bellingham. In the closing minutes, Álvaro Carreras sealed the 4-0 win.
After the match, Xabi Alonso revealed a surprising decision: Real Madrid will not train at Anfield ahead of their game versus Liverpool—a break from tradition. In a press conference he explained:
\“We will not train at Anfield. We feel more comfortable at our Valdebebas facility. I don’t want 200 cameras filming us.”
This decision reflects Alonso’s philosophy of secrecy and control. He wants to ensure that tactics are not leaked, maintaining calm and focus for the team before a crucial match.
Currently, Real Madrid are in excellent form, especially Mbappé, who has 13 goals in La Liga and leads the scoring charts across Europe’s top five leagues. Meanwhile, Liverpool have just ended a losing streak with a 2-0 victory over Aston Villa, in which Mohamed Salah and Ryan Gravenberch shone.
The clash between Liverpool and Real Madrid also brings back painful memories for Mbappé, who once missed a penalty in a 0-2 defeat at Anfield in their most recent meeting there.
5/11 , all eyes will turn to Anfield—always a stage for epic matches and intense emotions. Real Madrid arrive with confidence, discipline, and a plan kept secret until the very last moment.