# Soccer: Real Madrid’s new coach, Xabi Alonso, promised to do big things worthy of the Spanish giants, believing he has the energy and excitement to deliver the goods. The 43-year-old former Spanish player was announced as Carlo Ancelotti’s replacement after the Italian left to coach Brazil’s national team. Alonso takes charge before next month’s Club World Cup in the US, with Real failing to win a major trophy this season. Alonso says they have fantastic players capable of a very good present and a very good future.
Soccer: Real’s new manager believes he can deliver the goods