Real Madrid won't sack Zidane despite humbling Copa del Rey exit

Zinedine Zidane retains the full support of his board at Real Madrid, Goal has learned, with the Frenchman not facing the axe despite suffering a humbling Copa del Rey defeat to Alcoyano.

That reversal, which came against third-tier opposition that had been reduced to 10 men, means the Liga heavyweights have seen another route to potential silverware in 2021 blocked off.

The result means they have suffered cup heartache twice in the space of a week, with Athletic Club having beaten them in the Supercopa de Espana final courtesy of a 3-2 extra-time win.

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Prior to that, Real had been held to a goalless draw by Osasuna in their last league outing and are now three games without a win.

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