Arbeloa

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Alexander-Arnold

Real Madrid's Shocking Decision: The Truth Behind Alexander-Arnold's Derby Benching

Real Madrid boss Álvaro Arbeloa raised eyebrows on Sunday night by leaving star acquisition Trent Alexander-Arnold out of the starting lineup for the Madrid derby. The 15-time European champions had little time to celebrate their Champions League victory against Manchester City on Tuesday before shifting attention to a crucial showdown

Bellingham

Real Madrid Unleash Jude Bellingham for Explosive Madrid Derby Showdown

Real Madrid boss Álvaro Arbeloa has announced that midfielder Jude Bellingham will be included in the squad for Sunday's derby clash against Atlético Madrid. The English player, who received a call-up to Thomas Tuchel's recent international squad, hasn't featured since sustaining a severe hamstring

Real Madrid

Vinicius Jr Delivers Masterclass Performance to Stun Manchester City at the Etihad

Real Madrid took care of business at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday evening, claiming a 2–1 victory against Manchester City to progress to the Champions League quarterfinals with a 5–1 aggregate scoreline. Following their commanding 3–0 first-leg triumph at the Bernabéu, Los Blancos simply needed to prevent

Mbappé

Mbappe's Real Madrid Comeback Hits Major Snag

Real Madrid head coach Álvaro Arbeloa has announced that Kylian Mbappé will return from his knee injury for Tuesday's Champions League round of 16 second leg clash with Manchester City—however, video from the squad's latest training session has sparked concern among supporters about the French

Güler

Arda Guler Breaks 15-Year Real Madrid Record with Spectacular Wonder Strike

Real Madrid narrowing the distance to Barcelona at La Liga's summit would typically have dominated discussions following their victory against Elche. The 4–1 result would have drawn focus as well, considering their recent stumble versus Getafe and generally disappointing league displays, but this specific triumph became entirely

Courtois

Alvaro Arbeloa Shocks Football World by Dismissing Real Madrid Icon from GOAT Debate

Real Madrid coach Álvaro Arbeloa declared there is "no discussion" that Thibaut Courtois stands as the "finest goalkeeper" in the club's legacy, a distinction usually attributed to the iconic Iker Casillas. The Spanish tactician, who shared six campaigns alongside Casillas at the Bernabéu, bypassed

Real Madrid

Real Madrid's Defense Crumbles as Two More Stars Fall Injured Ahead of Elche Clash

Real Madrid will welcome Elche this Saturday with only five senior defenders available after Raúl Asencio was ruled out due to injury. Álvaro Arbeloa revealed earlier this week that left-back Ferland Mendy sustained an injury during the 3–0 victory against Manchester City, adding to an already crowded treatment room

Real Madrid

Real Madrid Shake Up Starting XI Against Elche as Mbappe Remains Sidelined — Latest Injury Updates & Predicted Lineup

Real Madrid must handle their La Liga fixture against Elche before turning their attention to the crucial Champions League round of 16 return leg against Manchester City. The 15-time European champions delivered a stunning performance against City at the Bernabéu on Wednesday, claiming a commanding 3–0 first leg victory

Mbappé

Real Madrid Unveils Strategic Masterplan for Mbappe's Champions League Showdown Against Man City

Real Madrid head coach Álvaro Arbeloa disclosed that he anticipates star striker Kylian Mbappé will join the squad for their journey to the Etihad Stadium for the Champions League round of 16 second leg clash with Manchester City. Mbappé has been absent from Los Blancos' previous four fixtures due

Real Madrid

Real Madrid Shake Up Starting XI Against Elche as Mbappe Remains Sidelined — Latest Injury Updates & Predicted Lineup

Real Madrid must handle their La Liga fixture against Elche before turning their attention to the crucial Champions League round of 16 return leg against Manchester City. The record 15-time European titleholders delivered a masterclass performance against City at the Santiago Bernabéu on Wednesday, claiming a commanding 3–0 advantage

Courtois

Real Madrid Star Unleashes Brutal Attack on Xabi Alonso's Departure: 'You Think This Is Kindergarten?'

Real Madrid's shot-stopper Thibaut Courtois dismissed allegations that squad members orchestrated Xabi Alonso's departure during a fiery post-match interview. Courtois has always been vocal about his opinions and felt confident enough to challenge the Spanish media following an outstanding 3–0 Champions League victory over Manchester

Pochettino

Pochettino's Real Madrid Bombshell Sends USMNT and Tottenham Into Panic Mode

United States men's national team head coach Mauricio Pochettino diplomatically responded "there are numerous speculations" when pressed about recent connections to Real Madrid. The Argentine tactician represents the newest candidate being discussed as a possible successor to Álvaro Arbeloa at the world's most prestigious

Real Madrid

Real Madrid vs. Man City: Your Complete Guide to Catching the Epic Showdown Live

For the fifth consecutive season, Real Madrid and Manchester City are set to clash in the Champions League knockout phase, with the Santiago Bernabéu hosting the opening leg of this 2025–26 round of 16 encounter between these European powerhouses. Having claimed three Champions League trophies in the last four

Pochettino

Mauricio Pochettino Emerges as Top Candidate for Major Role After USMNT Departure

Mauricio Pochettino has emerged as a potential candidate to take over as Real Madrid's next head coach, with the club considering alternatives to replace Álvaro Arbeloa. The Spanish giants never disclosed the duration of Arbeloa's deal when he was swiftly elevated from Real Madrid Castilla coach

Carreras

Real Madrid Suffers Devastating Last-Minute Injury Setback Before Crucial Man City Showdown

Real Madrid defender Álvaro Carreras will be unavailable for the opening leg of the Champions League last 16 after suffering a calf problem, according to official club sources. The left-back was absent from the weekend squad during Los Blancos' dramatic 2–1 victory against Celta Vigo due to yellow

Arbeloa

Former Real Madrid Defender Alvaro Arbeloa Takes Shocking Swipe at Club's Current Stars

Álvaro Arbeloa's mysterious remarks following Real Madrid's 2–1 victory against Celta Vigo on Friday evening were intended as a "jab" at certain injured and suspended squad members, sources suggest. Madrid made the journey to Vigo missing 10 key first-team players. Injuries had sidelined

Allegri

Real Madrid's Top Managerial Target Breaks Silence as Arbeloa Faces Mounting Pressure

Although there have been recent connections to Real Madrid, AC Milan head coach Massimiliano Allegri confirmed he is "content" in his current position and emphasized his existing agreement with the Rossoneri to the press. Since Los Blancos separated from Xabi Alonso in January and appointed former Castilla manager

Mbappé

Real Madrid Makes Crucial Mbappe Decision as Bellingham Set for Explosive Man City Return

Real Madrid have come to terms with the fact that both Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham will remain unavailable for Wednesday's Champions League round of 16 first leg clash against Manchester City, according to recent reports. Bellingham has been sidelined for six weeks due to a hamstring problem,

Real Madrid

Alvaro Arbeloa Faces Selection Nightmare as Three Key Players Hit with Suspensions Before Celta Vigo Clash

With pressure mounting, Real Madrid manager Álvaro Arbeloa faces the challenge of preparing for their encounter against Celta Vigo while missing at least eight squad members, including three suspended players: Dean Huijsen, Álvaro Carreras, and Franco Mastantuono. Over the course of fourteen days, Los Blancos have witnessed their fortunes dramatically

Barcelona

Barcelona vs Real Madrid: The Five Crucial Fixtures That Could Decide La Liga's Championship Battle

What might prove to be a pivotal week in the 2025–26 La Liga championship race concluded with Barcelona establishing a four-point advantage over arch-rivals Real Madrid. Just two weeks prior, the current Spanish titleholders lost their top position to Álvaro Arbeloa's squad following a disappointing loss to

Real Madrid

Real Madrid Set to Clash with Getafe: Match Preview, Bold Predictions and Expected Starting XIs

Real Madrid faces mounting pressure as they welcome Getafe on Monday evening, needing a strong performance to maintain their position in the La Liga championship chase. The Galácticos experienced their initial La Liga loss under Álvaro Arbeloa's leadership against Osasuna last week, surrendering the league summit they had

Real Madrid

Mbappe Sidelined as Real Madrid Face Getafe with Depleted Squad—Who Makes the Cut?

Real Madrid welcome Getafe on Monday evening with the necessity to secure all three points to maintain their position in the La Liga championship battle. Los Blancos momentarily seized the league summit before succumbing to a 2–1 defeat against Osasuna last weekend, marking Álvaro Arbeloa's inaugural league

Mbappé

Real Madrid's Champions League Victory Overshadowed by Kylian Mbappe's Injury Scare

Real Madrid head coach Álvaro Arbeloa was unable to provide a specific timeframe for star striker Kylian Mbappé's return, stating only that the French forward will remain out until his "discomfort completely subsides." Mbappé was a surprising absentee for Los Blancos during their 2–1 triumph

Arbeloa

Real Madrid Legend Alvaro Arbeloa's Career Hangs in Balance as 'Termination Agreement' Looms

Real Madrid have allegedly not dismissed the chance of parting ways with Álvaro Arbeloa if the club cannot progress beyond Benfica in the Champions League playoff round. Right when it appeared Los Blancos were regaining their confidence, a disappointing 2–1 loss to Osasuna on Saturday evening halted any progress

Ceballos

Real Madrid's Season in Jeopardy as Star Midfielder Set to Miss Two Months with Devastating Injury

Real Madrid's midfield player Dani Ceballos has become the most recent casualty of injury concerns, with sources indicating he could be sidelined for approximately two months. A muscle strain in his calf marks a disappointing conclusion to an already difficult week for Ceballos, who experienced an eight-minute substitute

Real Madrid

Real Madrid Stars Crumble Against Osasuna as Shocking Performance Ends Perfect La Liga Run

In Álvaro Arbeloa's first setback as manager, Real Madrid suffered their initial La Liga point loss, going down 2–1 to Osasuna on Saturday. The Madrid powerhouse appeared sluggish throughout the match from kickoff, finding it difficult to handle their energetic adversaries. Ante Budimir eventually put his side

Vinicius Junior

Vinicius Jr. Explodes Back to Life: How Real Madrid's Brazilian Star is Igniting Their Championship Dreams

Following a difficult four-month period, Vinicius Junior has rediscovered his confidence at Real Madrid, increasingly resembling the player who was in contention for the 2024 Ballon d'Or. What's behind this transformation? It might just be the figure on the sidelines. Upon Álvaro Arbeloa's appointment