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Alvaro Arbeloa

Also known as: coach Alvaro Arbeloa

Álvaro Arbeloa — Real Madrid coach who departed at end of trophyless 2025-26 season, with José Mourinho returning to replace him.

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  1. June 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Real Madrid confirmed the departure of coach Alvaro Arbeloa earlier on Tuesday. Arbeloa, who arrived in January to replace Xabi Alonso, had announced last month that he would be leaving his post at the end of the season.

    Benfica say farewell to Mourinho as Real Madrid return nears
  3. May 2026
  4. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeReal Madrid ended a troubled La Liga campaign with a 4-2 win over Athletic Bilbao in Alvaro Arbeloa's last game at the helm, while Mallorca and Girona were relegated from the Spanish top flight on Saturday.

    Real Madrid end troubled Liga season with win over Athletic Club
  5. Citizen Digital

    Alaba, like right-back Dani Carvajal and departing coach Alvaro Arbeloa, can say goodbye to the club's supporters on Saturday in Madrid's final league match of the season, at home against Athletic Bilbao.

    Alaba to leave Real Madrid after five years
  6. Citizen Digital

    Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa is also expected to be taking charge of his final game, with Jose Mourinho expected to be announced as his replacement next week.

    What to look out for in final La Liga weekend
  7. Citizen Digital

    Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa says will leave post By AFP May 22, 2026 08:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Real Madrid's new coach Alvaro Arbeloa gives a press conference at Real Madrid Sports City in

    Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa says will leave post
  8. Citizen Digital

    Arbeloa 'happy' if Mourinho back at Real Madrid next season By AFP May 16, 2026 05:03 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Real Madrid's new coach Alvaro Arbeloa gives a press conference at Real Madrid Sports Ci

    Arbeloa 'happy' if Mourinho back at Real Madrid next season
  9. Citizen Digital

    Mbappe can show 'commitment' to Real Madrid: Arbeloa By AFP May 14, 2026 02:20 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kylian Mbappé has come under criticism for his injury recovery.

    Mbappe can show 'commitment' to Real Madrid: Arbeloa
  10. Citizen Digital

    Defeated Real Madrid must put team 'before' individuals: coach Arbeloa By AFP May 11, 2026 07:23 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Real Madrid's Brazilian forward #07 Vinicius Junior jumps past Barcelona's Sp

    Defeated Real Madrid must put team 'before' individuals: coach Arbeloa
  11. The Standard

    If Barcelona win their last four league games this season, starting with the battle against Alvaro Arbeloa's fracturing Madrid in Catalonia, they will match the all-time league record of 100 points.Should Barca beat Madrid and then Real Betis the following weekend, they will beco

    Barcelona need a point against Real Madrid to win La Liga
  12. Citizen Digital

    Tchouameni can play Clasico despite Valverde clash: Real Madrid's Arbeloa By AFP May 09, 2026 04:35 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter France midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni attends a press conference at the Ho

    Tchouameni can play Clasico despite Valverde clash: Real Madrid's Arbeloa

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Benfica parts with Mourinho as Real Madrid return nears

    Benfica parted company with coach Jose Mourinho, who is close to returning to Real Madrid for a fee of 15 million euros, and announced an agreement with Fulham boss Marco Silva to replace him on a two-year deal.

    10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 24 May

  1. Real Madrid beat Athletic Bilbao to end La Liga season

    Real Madrid defeated Athletic Bilbao 4-2 in Alvaro Arbeloa's final game as coach, while Mallorca and Girona were relegated from Spain's top flight. Kylian Mbappe scored his 25th goal of the season for Real Madrid, and Celta Vigo qualified for Europa League with a 1-0 win over Sevilla.

    24 May 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 23 May

  1. Austrian defender Alaba leaves Real Madrid after five years

    David Alaba will depart Real Madrid at the end of the season when his contract expires. The 33-year-old spent five years at the club after joining from Bayern Munich, winning 11 trophies including two Champions Leagues and two La Liga titles in 131 appearances, though serious injuries limited his playing time.

    23 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 22 May

  1. La Liga season finale: departures and unresolved matters ahead

    La Liga concludes this weekend with Barcelona already champions under Hansi Flick, but several matters remain unresolved. Several high-profile players, including Antoine Griezmann, Robert Lewandowski, and Dani Carvajal, are bidding farewell to their clubs.

    22 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Real Madrid coach Arbeloa confirms departure at season end

    Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa confirmed Friday he will leave his role at the end of a trophyless season, with José Mourinho reported to be returning to the club. Arbeloa said he would not work on Mourinho's staff if the Portuguese coach is appointed as his successor.

    22 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 16 May

  1. Arbeloa says he'd be happy if Mourinho returns to Real Madrid

    Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa said he would be pleased if Jose Mourinho, currently at Benfica, replaces him and leads the club next season. Mourinho previously managed Madrid between 2010 and 2013.

    16 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 14 May

  1. Real Madrid coach calls on Mbappé to show commitment

    Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa has called on French striker Kylian Mbappé to demonstrate "his commitment" to the team in the final three matches of the season. Mbappé has faced criticism from club fans in recent weeks, partly for taking a holiday in Sardinia while recovering from a thigh injury, and missed Madrid's Clasico defeat by Barcelona that confirmed the Catalans as La Liga champions.

    14 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 11 May

  1. Real Madrid coach Arbeloa calls for collective unity after Barcelona loss

    Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa said his club needs to prioritize collective teamwork over individual talent after Barcelona beat them 2-0 in the Clasico to clinch back-to-back La Liga titles. Arbeloa cited the need for a clearer strategy and noted that Madrid dropped points in games they should not have lost.

    11 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 10 May

  1. Barcelona one point from La Liga title against Madrid

    Barcelona need only a draw against Real Madrid in Sunday's Clasico to clinch back-to-back La Liga titles, with an 11-point lead over their rivals. Madrid are in disarray after a dressing-room clash between Aurelien Tchouameni and Federico Valverde left Valverde requiring hospital treatment for a head injury.

    10 May 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 9 May

  1. Tchouameni included in Madrid squad for Barcelona Clasico

    Real Madrid coach Álvaro Arbeloa confirmed that midfielder Aurélien Tchouameni will play against Barcelona on Sunday in La Liga, despite his confrontation with teammate Fede Valverde at training on Thursday. Both players were fined by the club and have apologised to each other and the club.

    9 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Real Madrid fines Tchouameni and Valverde for training ground clash

    Real Madrid fined midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni and Federico Valverde 500,000 euros each following a violent altercation during training that sent Valverde to hospital with a head injury. The club imposed no sporting sanctions, saying the fines conclude internal disciplinary proceedings.

    9 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 8 May

  1. Real Madrid opens disciplinary case against Valverde and Tchouameni

    Real Madrid said it would open disciplinary proceedings against midfielders Federico Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni following a training ground clash on Thursday that left Valverde needing hospital treatment for a head injury; Valverde said the altercation caused him to accidentally hit a table, not that his team-mate struck him.

    8 May 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 7 May

  1. Real Madrid face Barcelona amid internal turmoil, trophy drought

    Real Madrid meet Barcelona in El Clásico on Sunday trailing by 11 points with four matches remaining in La Liga, facing potential relegation from the title race. The club is in disarray, with fans protesting Mbappe's commitment, two training-ground bust-ups reported, and manager Alvaro Arbeloa at odds with players as president Perez considers appointing Jose Mourinho.

    7 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Real Madrid's Valverde treated for facial injury after teammate clash

    Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde was treated in hospital with stitches for a facial wound following a clash with teammate Aurelien Tchouameni after Thursday's training session. The two players had rowed on Wednesday and their argument continued during and after Thursday's session, with Spanish media reporting the injury occurred in the dressing room.

    7 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Injured Mbappé draws Madrid fan backlash over Sardinia holiday

    Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappé, sidelined with a hamstring injury, has faced criticism from supporters after taking a holiday in Sardinia during rest days granted by the club. Some fans are calling for him to leave, and an online petition urges Madrid fans to voice their discontent ahead of Sunday's Clasico against Barcelona.

    5 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 1 May

  1. Benfica coach Mourinho denies Real Madrid contact

    Benfica's head coach José Mourinho has stated he has had no contact with Real Madrid.

    1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Espanyol faces Real Madrid seeking first win of 2026

    Espanyol have not won a match in 2026 and face Real Madrid on Sunday; if they win and Barcelona beat Osasuna on Saturday, Barcelona will be crowned Spanish league champions. Espanyol have fallen to 13th place, five points clear of the relegation zone.

    1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 25 April

  1. Mbappe suffers muscle overload in hamstring at Betis

    Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe suffered a "muscle overload" in his left hamstring during a 1-1 draw at Real Betis and was substituted in the final 10 minutes; the problem does not appear serious pending further tests.

    25 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 24 April

  1. Barcelona lose Yamal to injury for final title push

    Barcelona must finish their La Liga title race without teenage winger Lamine Yamal, who sustained a hamstring injury against Celta Vigo and is out for the rest of the season. The club holds a nine-point lead over Real Madrid but faces a key Clásico on May 10, with coach Hansi Flick relying on squad depth to protect their advantage.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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