Xabi Alonso’s short-lived spell as Real Madrid coach unravelled amid heavy defeats in big games, dressing-room ego clashes, tactical inconsistency and a lack of trust in young talent. Despite arriving with pedigree after a historic spell at Bayer Leverkusen, Alonso struggled to impose authority and clarity at Madrid, leading to his exit
14 January,2026 09:14 AM IST | Mumbai | Ronan Carvalho
Premier League champions Manchester City have signed Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth to boost their attacking depth ahead of key domestic and European campaigns
10 January,2026 09:03 AM IST | Manchester | AP
After Man City play out third straight draw, a 1-1 stalemate against Brighton this time, boss Pep Guardiola admits it’s tough to challenge Arsenal for crown
09 January,2026 09:03 AM IST | Manchester | AFP
mid-day highlights the qualities that make Bournemouth winger Antoine the most sought after EPL star in this transfer window
04 January,2026 09:29 AM IST | Mumbai | Ronan CarvalhoADVERTISEMENT
