Source: Live broadcast
Live broadcast, October 25. At 23:15 on October 26, Beijing time, Real Madrid will face Barcelona at the Bernabeu Stadium in the 10th round of the La Liga League in the 2025-26 season. Before the game, Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso attended the press conference and talked about some of the team's current situation.
How important is this game in Bernabeu?
“National Derby is special, this is the first time we have such a game in our project, and we need this dynamic stadium to drive us forward.
Comments about Yamal
--This is an important game. It contains many elements to enjoy, and this is what excites us the most.
What lessons can be learned from last year's competition?
-There may be similar situations, but every game is completely different. We want to play to our strengths.
Do you think Yamal's remarks are offensive?
“I’m not going to comment on it, I’m not going to evaluate all of his comments, the important thing is how we play on the pitch and how we want to play.
How to prepare for the National Derby?
——I’m in good condition and fully aware of the game, but my daily life won’t change it.
Have you decided on the starting lineup?
--I have already thought about it, almost all the players who were unable to play against Juventus have returned.
Can only 80% of the players start?
--All players selected for the roster are likely to start.
About Mbappe's anti-offside awareness
--Due to the strength of our players, they may fall into the offside trap, but we still need to do better in other aspects. We must pay attention to the starting point of the pass, and the details determine success or failure.
Will a player become a key player?
Everyone matters, whether in defense or in attack, individual or team.
Are you eager to prove yourself against a strong team?
——I want to win the game and let the fans enjoy the game.This game has a special meaning and is the most important game at the moment.
How is Mumbai?
-He looks in good shape, and everyone is very motivated and eager to win. They have recovered from the game against Juventus and tomorrow is the crunch moment.
Did the team change after Madrid?
--A few weeks have passed and we have been correcting some problems. For tomorrow's game, we think we are in a good period both mentally and technically.
Regarding your request for Mbappe
—— Mainly about how to improve our efficiency, about what he can do to show himself, about how he plays a decisive role, not just in terms of goals.
People only focus on losing Madrid, is it too easy?
--I don't know, these games are really important. I prefer the evaluation process. We have grown and there is room for improvement, but it is only November, no trophies have been awarded yet, and there is still a lot of time. The most important thing is tomorrow.
Do you think Real Madrid played well?
——Yes, I like the way we play, but we can do better.We’re building a solid foundation, we’re solid and now we need to take the next step.
How to deal with a high-pressure pressing team?
-The most important thing is ourselves, and then the game plan, but always based on our philosophy. Not only when we have the ball, but we also need to know when to press.
Will Yamal’s remarks affect the national team?
What I think is that it will be an intense and competitive game.We have to be prepared because there will be a variety of situations in the game. Players need to keep enough adrenaline, and I don’t consider other factors.