Flick’s remarkable achievements at Barcelona were further magnified by the sheer chaos unfolding at their fiercest rivals, Real Madrid. While the Catalan club enjoyed stability, the capital side endured a disastrous, trophyless season plagued by dressing room crises and severe clashes between players and the coaching staff. The turmoil peaked when Xabi Alonso departed his managerial role after just half a season. Alvaro Arbeloa was subsequently brought in to steady the ship, but he failed to provide any meaningful tactical improvement. Consequently, Real Madrid ended the campaign completely empty-handed. Following this miserable year, they are now preparing to begin a new era, most likely under the leadership ofJose Mourinho in his highly anticipated second stint.