Real Madrid Opens 2025-26 La Liga Season With 1-0 Win Over Osasuna

Real Madrid began their 2025-26 La Liga season with a 1-0 victory over Osasuna at the Santiago Bernabéu, marking the debut of head coach Xabi Alonso. Kylian Mbappé was the standout player, scoring the match-winning penalty and leading in key offensive stats, underscoring his central role in the team. Despite this success, some players like Rodrygo found themselves sidelined, highlighting Alonso's evolving team strategy. The match came after a challenging preseason with limited preparation time and several key absences, including Jude Bellingham and Ferland Mendy, yet Alonso expressed confidence in the squad's progress and new signings such as Franco Mastantuono. Real Madrid is eager to rebound after a trophyless 2024-25 season, aiming to close the gap with domestic rivals Barcelona, who dominated last season under Hansi Flick. Osasuna entered the match amid their own transition, dealing with a new coach and preseason struggles, but remained competitive against the Spanish giants.