He joined German club Bayern Munich in 2015 and won three Bundesliga titles, including a domestic double in his second season, and retired in 2017. [8] He made his international debut for Spain in April 2003 and went onto win Euro 2008, the 2010 World Cup, and Euro 2012. He also represented Spain at Euro 2004 and the 2006 World Cup.

Mar 18, 2023 · Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso talks in an interview about his reunion with Bayern, Joshua Kimmich and explains why he returned to the Bundesliga as a coach.

Feb 14, 2025 · The big test comes Saturday as Vincent Kompany’s Bayern Munich visits Leverkusen with an eight-point lead over Alonso’s team. Alonso said Friday it’s “not a final.” Still, a win for Bayern would be a heavy blow to Leverkusen’s faltering title defense.

Mar 10, 2025 · Bayer Leverkusen are “convinced” that they can overturn a 3-0 deficit to beat Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 on Tuesday night. A Harry Kane brace and a goal from Jamal Musiala puts Vincent Kompany’s side in a 3-0 lead heading into the second leg at the BayArena, but Xabi Alonso and his players appear ready for ...

Feb 21, 2025 · Ahead of his matchday 23 meeting against Bayern Munich during the 2022/23 season, Xabi Alonso had tasted defeat in two big games already, against Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig. So the...

Mar 21, 2024 · Bayern Munich's honorary president Uli Hoeness has claimed his club, Liverpool and Real Madrid are all "working" on a deal to appoint Xabi Alonso as their next manager.

5 days ago · Speaking at his post-match press conference (via @bayer04xtra) following Bayer Leverkusen’s 2-0 loss to Bayern Munich and their elimination from the Champions League, head coach Xabi Alonso ...

Mar 2, 2025 · Bayer Leverkusen head coach Xabi Alonso responded to the favorite tag ahead of the Champions League clash against Bayern Munich.

1 day ago · After a memorable come from behind victory over Stuttgart, Bayer Leverkusen head coach Xabi Alonso wants to keep up the pressure on Bayern Munich in the title chase.

1 day ago · The win saw Leverkusen close the gap on Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich to six points, meaning there's still plenty to play for with eight games remaining. "To have that great feeling again after these ten days - that was important for all of us," said Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso after the game.