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Real Madrid faces questions after another trophyless season in La Liga

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 5:30 PM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Real Madrid faces questions after another trophyless season in La Liga

Summary

Real Madrid's football season ended without silverware for the second consecutive year. After a promising start under new manager Xabi Alonso, who was fired in January, the club experienced a disappointing Copa del Rey exit and a quarterfinal Champions League defeat. Tensions within the squad heightened as issues arose between players, between Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr. As the club prepares for the upcoming World Cup break, the future of its star players and management remains uncertain, with potential changes anticipated in August.

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By the Numbers

•Real Madrid finished the season without winning a trophy.
•Xabi Alonso was dismissed as manager in January 2026.
•The team exited the Copa del Rey in the round of 16.
•Tensions rose among players, leading to public criticism.
•The club prepares for changes during the World Cup break.

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Another season without a trophy saw disappointment turn into disaster for Real Madrid. And as they try to right the ship, it’s clear that the club that once defined the future of football is looking...
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