Real Madrid crumbles because of egos that refuse to run

The 0-4 loss to PSG exposed many of Real Madrid's problems.

The once-hyped attacking stars, the names that once symbolized ambition and victory, have now become the team's biggest problem. "Mbappe and Vinicius must press together, they need to do it constantly," Marca pointed out in its commentary after "Los Blancos" lost 0-4 to PSG in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ semi-finals on July 10.

Who goes, who stays?

Real Madrid's board of directors understands that they no longer have time to wait for natural change. A personnel purge is not only about professional factors, but must also start with honesty and personal responsibility.

Direct conversations will take place in the coming time - where the players will have to answer clearly: do they still want to play for Real Madrid, what do they want, and most importantly, do they dare to put the collective above their individual ego?

Real Madrid are lacking consistency in their play.

The defeat to PSG was not simply a slip-up in the score. It was a clear sign of disintegration within the Spanish Royal team.

Immediately after Raul Asencio’s mistake that led to the goal, the negative reactions began to spread: hateful looks, disappointed gestures, teammates turning their backs on each other. As the game became more difficult, the collective fighting spirit - the identity that made Real Madrid great - suddenly disappeared without a trace.

Vinicius, once a symbol of explosiveness and enthusiasm, is now the focus of doubts. He plays poorly, lacks determination, and most importantly, is no longer himself.

Contract renewal negotiations that seemed to be close to completion are now meaningless if Vinicius is not willing to speak up honestly. Real Madrid do not need a new contract if the person signing it no longer has a heart for the white shirt.

As for Rodrygo Goes, the situation is clearer. He is not in Xabi Alonso's long-term plans, and finding a new destination is only a matter of time.

But the bigger concern is probably Kylian Mbappe - who is expected to become the new leader in attack. However, against PSG, his old team, Mbappe not only played below his ability but also showed superficiality in defense.

Xabi Alonso demands that every player defends, runs, and fights together. Yet Mbappe seems to still be living in an illusion of star privilege.

Both Vinicius and Mbappe - two names that should be the attacking pillars - play like isolated individuals, fighting in their own worlds . This is not a problem of technique or tactics, but a problem of team spirit. When each person pulls the team in different directions, the result can only be collapse.

Mbappe was lackluster on the day Real Madrid suffered a crushing defeat against PSG.

It's time for Xabi Alonso to make his move.

The good news is that Real Madrid's board of directors has recognized this. They have given full authority to Xabi Alonso - the spiritual successor of a Madrid warrior - to deal with the problem at its root.

No forbidden zones, no privileges. What Alonso demands is not a miracle, but the minimum commitment of any player wearing the white shirt: team spirit.

Carlo Ancelotti has warned about attitude before. Now Alonso is following that narrative, but with a stronger action. Words are enough. Real Madrid need action.

The summer is long. The transfer window is still wide open. But the question is no longer "who comes", but "who deserves to stay".

Real Madrid is at a historic crossroads. Either put aside your ego and be reborn, or continue living in illusions and self-destruct. This is no longer a matter of tactics, but a matter of self-respect, commitment, and above all, the honor of a great club.