Perplexing decisions from Xabi Alonso, poor defending and a lifeless attack all contributed to Real Madrid’s 4–0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain. With a trip to the FIFA Club World Cup on the line, Real Madrid put together their worst performance of the Alonso era.

Real Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso intended to omit a headline member of his attacking ranks from the club’s starting line-up to face Paris Saint-Germain.That’s according to journalist Rubén

Xabi Alonso has said Real Madrid are still looking to make additions to the squad for next season, after their defeat to Paris-Saint Germain in the Club World Cup.