Real Madrid flies out of the Champions League - Alaba in the crossfire!

Real Madrid flies out of the Champions League - Alaba in the crossfire!

Wien, Österreich - Real Madrid is criticized after a disappointing departure in the Champions League quarter-finals against Arsenal. David Alaba, who is considered one of the main culprit, is the focus of the discussion. A survey by the Spanish sports newspaper "AS" showed that almost 37,000 users Alaba named as a player that Real Madrid should hand in in summer. Only Lucas Vázquez and Vallejo enjoy an even worse look at the fans. Alaba's achievements have been heavily criticized in the last games, which is also reflected in the reviews of the press. The "Marca" even awarded a grade of 4/10 and "L’Equipe" only 2/10. The latter describes Alaba as "overwhelmed again" and emphasizes that his participation in the offensive game with only 32 ball campaigns is "frighteningly low" in a three-goal deficit, especially for a full-back.

David Alaba, born on June 24, 1992 in Vienna, has been playing for Real Madrid since 2021 and previously had an impressive career at Bayern Munich. During his time at the German record champion, he played over 400 games and won 27 titles, including ten Bundesliga titles and two UEFA Champions League titles in 2013 and 2020. His successes continued in his debut season at Real Madrid, in which he was able to win the La Liga, Supercopa and Champions League. His contract at Real Madrid runs until summer 2026, but the fan base wonders whether his time in the club could soon end.

role in the national team

Alaba is also captain of the Austrian national team and has played over 100 caps. He made his debut in 2009 at the age of 17 and was one of the few players who became the national team while playing in different age groups. During the UEFA Euro 2020, he was key player for the Austrians. He was also elected Austrian footballer of the year ten times, including six years in a row from 2011 to 2016.

Champions League success

The achievements in the Champions League are of crucial importance for players like Alaba, since they have a strong influence on the status and recognition of a player in the football world. Real Madrid is the record winner with 15 titles in the Champions League. Alaba's past at Bayern Munich, where he won two titles, gives his career additional dimensions. Nevertheless, the challenge remains to show what he can, in such a prestigious competition.

The pressure on Alaba could increase, since a re -failure in international competition could not only endanger its reputation, but also his future at Real Madrid. At a time when the club and its fans strive for great success, it will be decisive how the situation will develop around Alaba.