Fabio Capello, a former Real Madrid coach, thinks that Alonso will learn what it means to be under pressure in this new role. Capello believes that managing Real Madrid is very different from other teams, with higher expectations and more difficult situations.

Capello also praised Ancelotti, saying that he had a strong team and was a skilled coach. He won many matches with Ancelotti's team and thinks that his fellow Italian coach has the qualities needed to succeed, such as intelligence, people management skills, and charisma.