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Admiring Rulani & Alonso's Overlapping Styles

Admiring Rulani & Alonso's Overlapping Styles

Exploring the shared traits between Rulani Mokwena and Xabi Alonso beyond their status as elite, young Head Coaches.

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As pointed by Michael Morton's recent vlog; Rulani Mokwena and Xabi have a lot in common when it comes to their playing styles, passing statistics and the remarkable, record-breaking performances of their teams.

The two coaches also share a similar taste in fashion — both opting for casual but stylish touchline outfits.

Rulani regularly wears cargo pants with a t-shirt, sweaters and cardigans. He's able to effortlessly switch between formal and casual, with a habit of mixing his drip with Mamelodi Sundowns' merchandise.

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena celebrates
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena celebrates during his team's DStv Premiership match against Orlando Pirates at Orlando Stadium on 20 September 2023 in Johannesburg, South Africa.
DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA - AUGUST 23: Rulani Mokwena,
DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA - AUGUST 23: Rulani Mokwena, head coach of Mamelodi Sundowns during the DStv Premiership match between Richards Bay and Mamelodi Sundowns at King Zwelithini Stadium on 23 August 2023 in Durban, South Africa.

Xabi, like Rulani, is able to style both casual and formal looks to great effect but unlike Rulani, the Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and Liverpool legend is more minimalist with his style.

The suave Bayer Leverkusen head coach is also a huge admirer of watches:

In terms of their respective taste in sneakers, there's not too much that separates them in that department. Mokwena is a huge fan of PUMA, as he looks his best in their wide selection of streetwear-ready kicks.

Alonso is still affiliated with adidas and opts for the classic Stan Smiths as his matchday footwear of choice, a shoe he's been in love with since his playing days, if not earlier.

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They both rock knitwear with absolute ease and comfort:

Bayer Leverkusen head coach, Xabi Alonso.
Bayer Leverkusen head coach, Xabi Alonso.
Mamelodi Sundowns head coach, Rulani Mokwena.
Mamelodi Sundowns head coach, Rulani Mokwena.

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