ALONSO: ‘IT’S A LONG ROAD’
Xabi Alonso has urged his side to finish the year on a high note with a third successive win in all competitions.
Ahead of tonight’s game he said: “It’s the last game of the year and of this demanding block in which we’ve had to play a lot of games. We want to finish well, get our third win and go away with good sensations to start 2026 with energy and optimism for all the upcoming challenges.”
“We’re facing a tough opponent. Sevilla demand a lot from you. They play with a lot of one-on-one situations. They are really up for duels. But we’re playing at home, and we want the fans to enjoy it.
“From the beginning and from the first conversations we have had a close relationship, of trust, respect and affection. We know what the project is and what the objectives are. The demand is maximum, but it’s a long road; there will be good and not so good moments. We’re on the verge of the last game to finish the year well and start the next one with determination.”
