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Beach soccer breeds international talent

Beach soccer breeds international talent

Xabi Alonso's father Periko and former coach Pablo Blanco say beach soccer is ideal for developing young footballers. 7 Feb 2013
We Must Forget Barca Tie - Alonso

We Must Forget Barca Tie - Alonso

Midfielder Xabi Alonso has urged his Real Madrid team-mates to move on after they were knocked out of the Champions League by arch rivals Barcelona. 5 May 2011
Alonso - We Can Make Real Progress

Alonso - We Can Make Real Progress

Real Madrid midfielder Xabi Alonso believes there is more to come from his side as they adapt to life under Jose Mourinho. 1 Oct 2010
Alonso Wary of Losing Like England

Alonso Wary of Losing Like England

XABI Alonso believes England offer the perfect proof that Spain should take nothing for granted in the World Cup final on Sunday. 9 Jul 2010
We Weren't Too Shabby - Xabi

We Weren't Too Shabby - Xabi

Real Madrid midfielder Xabi Alonso felt his team were unlucky to leave the Nou Camp empty-handed last night after creating the better chances in their 1-0 defeat to Barcelona in 'El Clasico'. 1 Dec 2009
Alonso: Win Was Most Important Thing

Alonso: Win Was Most Important Thing

REAL Madrid may not have produced the five-star performance they would have been hoping for on their Primera Division bow against Deportivo La Coruna, but Xabi Alonso insists the main thing is that they got off to a winning start. 31 Aug 2009
Alonso Shrugs Off Treble Talk

Alonso Shrugs Off Treble Talk

Real Madrid midfielder Xabi Alonso has calmed talk of a possible trophy treble next season, insisting they need to take it one step at a time. 15 Aug 2009
Real Unveil Alonso

Real Unveil Alonso

Xabi Alonso was presented as a Real Madrid player tonight after signing a five-year contract at the Bernabeu. 6 Aug 2009
Benitez Frustrated By Alonso Saga

Benitez Frustrated By Alonso Saga

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has revealed he still harboured hopes of keeping midfielder Xabi Alonso out of the clutches of Real Madrid even though the player told him two months ago he wanted to leave. 6 Aug 2009
$60m Alonso Set to Sign for Real Madrid

$60m Alonso Set to Sign for Real Madrid

Liverpool's Xabi Alonso is poised to sign for Real Madrid tomorrow after the clubs agreed a fee believed to be $60million for the Spain international. 5 Aug 2009
Xabi Still In Limbo Over Real Move

Xabi Still In Limbo Over Real Move

Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso's future remains undecided with Real Madrid yet to table an acceptable offer for the Spain international. 4 Aug 2009
Benitez Reiterates Alonso Stance

Benitez Reiterates Alonso Stance

LIVERPOOL manager Rafael Benitez tonight insisted he wants Xabi Alonso to stay at Anfield. 3 Aug 2009
Alonso Hands In Transfer Request - Report

Alonso Hands In Transfer Request - Report

Xabi Alonso's departure from Liverpool has moved a giant step forward with claims that he has today submitted a transfer request. 30 Jul 2009
Alonso Dreaming of Madrid - Dudek

Alonso Dreaming of Madrid - Dudek

Jerzy Dudek claims a move to Real Madrid would represent a "dream come true" for Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso. 29 Jul 2009
Reds - No Real Deal for Alonso

Reds - No Real Deal for Alonso

Liverpool have dismissed claims today that a fee has been agreed with Real Madrid for the sale of Xabi Alonso. 23 Jul 2009
Benitez Swerves Alonso Issue

Benitez Swerves Alonso Issue

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez today refused to be drawn on the future of midfielder Xabi Alonso but did rule out any potential move for Spain international David Villa. 21 Jul 2009

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