Alonso cites Liverpool & Man City to defend Real Madrid

Alonso hits back at critics after Madrid’s 4-3 win

Alonso cites Liverpool & Man City to defend Real Madrid

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso expressed satisfaction and relief after his side earned dramatic 4-3 win over Olympiacos in Piraeus on Wednesday.

A result powered by sensational Kylian Mbappe hat trick in the UEFA Champions League league phase.

"Winning the priority. We needed to move past the phase we were in and recover that feeling again. three point are very important in the fight for the top 8. It was tough and tight match but we needed this win"..

On comparisons with Premier League giants

Alonso dismissed suggestions of feeling under strain: