Thibaut Courtois reflected on Real Madrid’s underwhelming performance against Al Hilal, attributing it to the team’s struggle to adapt to new manager Xabi Alonso’s tactics. After four years under Carlo Ancelotti, Courtois noted that changing habits in just four days is a challenging task.

*Adapting to New Tactics*

Courtois emphasized the need for patience and possession-based football, acknowledging that the team’s tendency to rush into attacks has hindered their performance. He highlighted the team’s efforts to learn from the experience, including watching videos and engaging in discussions to adjust to Alonso’s defensive and attacking strategies.

*A Busy Night for Courtois*

The Real Madrid goalkeeper was forced to make multiple saves, six to be exact, as Al Hilal pressed high and created scoring opportunities. Courtois’s front-row view of the game allowed him to gauge the team’s performance and identify areas for improvement [1].