Real Madrid are gearing up for the first match of their 2025–26 La Liga campaign. Expectations are high under Xabi Alonso, especially with new signings Trent Alexander-Arnold, Dean Huijsen and Álvaro Carreras all expected to get the nod at the Santiago Bernabéu in Tuesday’s clash.

It's a new era for Real Madrid as the Spanish giant plays its first La Liga game under the leadership of Xabi Alonso, with a tricky season opener against an Osasuna team that is also under new management.

Real Madrid have played their first game of the season after beating Osasuna 1-0. XabiAlonso's team will prepare to play their second La Liga game of the season against RealOviedo away from home. The team will have a few players back for the game against Real Oviedo,