""We have to continue with the unity we have, with the necessary self-criticism and the desire to win away from home," said Alonso. "We have the opportunity in Bilbao. The points are what they are... this is going to be a long season and the table is going to be very tight. "There will still be a lot of ups and downs. We're playing for three points... we need it and we want it.""
"After drawing a third successive domestic match with a 1-1 draw at Girona on Sunday, Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso said now is "a good time to win in Bilbao" as his side continue their run of six straight away games in all competitions. Azzedine Ounahi scored the 45th-minute opener for the third-bottom side before Kylian Mbappe's 67th-minute penalty ensured Madrid have one defeat in 14 Liga games this season, although they are now a point behind leaders Barcelona."
Real Madrid drew 1-1 at Girona, extending their domestic draws to three and leaving them one point behind Barcelona. Azzedine Ounahi scored the 45th-minute opener for the third-bottom side, and Kylian Mbappé converted a 67th-minute penalty. Madrid have suffered one defeat in 14 Liga games and face a stretch of six straight away matches. Xabi Alonso urged unity, self-criticism and the desire to win away, highlighting Bilbao as the next opportunity. Athletic Club registered consecutive league wins, praised Unai Simón for several extraordinary saves and kept three clean sheets in four games. Long-term absentees include Unai Egiluz, Benat Prados and Maroan Sannadi.
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