Mbappe returns for Alaves match, supporting Madrid coach Alonso

French superstar Kylian Mbappe made a triumphant return from injury, scoring a crucial goal to help Real Madrid secure a 2-1 victory over Alaves in La Liga. The win potentially saved coach Xabi Alonso’s job as Madrid closed the gap to league leaders Barcelona to four points. Despite a tense second half where Alaves equalized, Rodrygo Goes scored the winner for Madrid, earning them only their third victory in nine games. The result came after a challenging week for Madrid, with speculation swirling about Alonso’s future following a Champions League defeat to Manchester City.

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