The world of football (soccer to Americans) is pretty serious to most of the world. Which means that when major shakeups occur with some of the world's favorite leagues, people have some pretty big opinions. And it's safe to say that Real Madrid stirred up ...

Xabi Alonso is out as Real Madrid boss after less than 30 games in charge, the latest in the head-whipping soap opera that is Europe's most-trophied club.

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Real Madrid’s elimination from the Copa del Rey at the hands of Albacete not only marked the official debut of Álvaro Arbeloa as first-team head coach, but also reignited the spotlight on Xabi Alonso,

While top European clubs often are quick to move on from managers, Alonso's dismissal was particularly fast, coming after just half a season. Real Madrid currently sit second on La Liga's table, just four points behind Barcelona, though their hated rivals did beat them 3-2 in Sunday's Supercopa final.

Xabi Alonso is out of work just eight months after landing one of the biggest jobs in world football.

Perez's round of meetings also addressed a simmering issue regarding positional discipline. Under the previous regime, versatile midfielders Federico Valverde and Eduardo Camavinga had reportedly "recoiled with public complaints" when asked to fill in at full-back—a role both have been forced to play due to injuries.

José Mourinho did not shy away when asked about the current situation at Real Madrid and the recent departure of Xabi Alonso. True to his direct style, the Portuguese manager made a point of separating the man from the context,

Álvaro Arbeloa has been put in charge following Xabi Alonso’s sacking—but how long that arrangement last remains to be seen.