Real Madrid secured a vital 2-1 victory over Deportivo Alaves on Sunday, offering a much-needed lifeline to manager Xabi Alonso after a turbulent week. However, the relief of the three points was

Kylian Mbappé has scored in his return from injury. His goal helped Real Madrid beat host Alaves 2-1 in the Spanish league to relieve some of the pressure on coach Xabi Alonso.

Real Madrid will face Alaves away on Sunday for a key match that might determine the future of Spanish manager Xabi Alonso, as the Blancos lost the last two matches against Celta Vigo and Manchester City and only won one of the last five LaLiga games.

Real Madrid’s 2-1 victory over Alaves did little to calm tensions inside the club, as refereeing decisions from the match have sparked deep frustration at Valdebebas. According to an update shared

This article was originally published on www.si.com as Xabi Alonso Confirms Kylian Mbappe Status Ahead of Alaves Trip. Kylian Mbappé has traveled with the Real Madrid squad for Sunday’s meeting with Alavés, although manager Xabi Alonso refused to reveal the extent of the role which will be afforded to the French superstar.