Alonso: Vinicius spoke sincerely, things have turned around, Mbappe shows his maturity

Reported on October 31, in the 11th round of La Liga in the early morning of Sunday, Real Madrid will face Valencia at the Bernabeu. At the press conference before this game, Los Blancos coach Alonso talked about the team's preparations and also answered some questions that fans and the media are very concerned about.

About the state of the team

After a very positive week, we are facing another difficult period with two games coming up, one against Valencia and the other in the Champions League. We hope to end this phase with good results and positive energy.

About Vinicius

We had a meeting with all the players and the team on Wednesday and Vinicius performed very well. He spoke from the heart and with all sincerity and I was very pleased with that. From that moment on, the problem was solved.

Statement about Vinicius

For me it was a very valuable and positive statement, he spoke from the heart and what matters most to me is what he said to his teammates, the fans and the club. As of Wednesday, the topic has been closed.

About the team’s four-midfield configuration against Barcelona

We know that this is our strength and can be fully utilized. This tactical arrangement will enhance our competitiveness, but facing such a strong opponent, we need to do this. This strategy turned out to be not only tactically effective, but also psychologically positive, which is the basis for our continued use of this tactic in the future.

Regarding Vinicius's apology letter not mentioning his name

I have already said that I am very proud of it and the matter has been resolved. We had a good training yesterday, Vinicius was in good shape and we are all in the same boat and working in the same direction.

As to whether the Vinicius incident has been resolved

This matter has been resolved. We have a game tomorrow and there will be no "retaliation" against him.

About Mbappe's performance at the beginning of the season

Mbappe is scoring goals and will continue to score goals. His influence in the team and the role he assumes show his maturity. We need to support him and help him score goals. I would like to congratulate Kylian Mbappe for winning the European Golden Boot, I am very happy for him.

As to whether the Vinicius incident was the most embarrassing incident I have ever experienced in my coaching career

Well, this is already the third or fourth question about Vinicius, and I think I have explained this issue enough. I understand your focus is here and I respect that, but we have moved on from Wednesday and now our focus is on the court. What I care about now is tomorrow's game, everything else has been said.