Xabi Alonso defended his strange team selection and tactical choice following Sunday’s frustrating 2–2 draw against Elche in La Liga, setting up in a new formation and starting with Vinícius Júnior, F...

Jude Bellingham scored an 87th-minute equalizer for Real Madrid which extended its winless streak to three matches with a 2-2 draw at Elche in the Spanish league on Sunday.

“Viní on the bench? I spoke to him, and he understood his role today. He’s invested in the team.”