Alonso Dismisses Spanish Super Cup as 'Least Important' After Barcelona Defeat
Real Madrid's Xabi Alonso calls the Spanish Super Cup 'least important' after losing to Barcelona in a tense final. First loss in El Clasico under his management.
Real Madrid’s hopes of claiming their first trophy under Xabi Alonso were dashed after a tight 3-2 defeat to Barcelona in the 2026 Spanish Super Cup final.
The match was a close, fiercely contested encounter with chances for both sides. Yet it ended with a bitter taste for Madrid, especially in the final moments when they came agonizingly close to equalizing.
The loss hurts. It was an even and competitive match.
— Xabi Alonso
There were moments for everything. What remains is the bitter taste from the last chances when we were very close to equalizing.
— Xabi Alonso
Despite the disappointment, Alonso was pragmatic about the setback and the importance of the tournament.
We need to turn the page as quickly as possible. This is the least important competition we participate in. We must congratulate Barcelona.
— Xabi Alonso
This defeat also marked Alonso’s first loss in El Clasico since taking charge of Real Madrid, adding to the challenge he faces in his debut season.
Barca’s victory ensured they lifted the Super Cup, denying Alonso his maiden managerial silverware at the club.
