La Liga: Xabi Alonso's new-look Real Madrid all set to kick off Spanish league campaign

Xabi Alonso begins his Real Madrid tenure aiming for a more ambitious style after replacing former boss Carlo Ancelotti. A heavy Club World Cup defeat to PSG exposed areas for improvement. Alonso emphasizes tactical flexibility and collective defending, especially from attackers like Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe. The new head coach is in for a Test as La Liga kicks off on August 15.