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Uproar ahead of the Bayern game? Arbeloa’s decision has reportedly angered Real fans

Manager Álvaro Arbeloa’s decision has reportedly upset Real Madrid fans ahead of the second leg of the Champions League quarter-final against Bayern Munich.

FC Barcelona v RCD Espanyol de Barcelona - LaLiga EA Sports

Thanks to the derby result and Real Madrid’s slip-up, Barcelona are calmly weaving their way towards the La Liga title

The crux of Barcelona's narrative boils down to decisive differences.

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Arnold or Carvajal vs. Bayern Munich? Arbeloa has made his decision

Physical condition is decisive.

The secret behind the collapse... Real Madrid on the brink

The team has suffered three unexpected setbacks following a run of five straight victories.

The Diaz Revolution: How did the Moroccan star rebel against Real Madrid’s bench?

The unsung hero who lit up the Bernabéu

'It's a penalty on the moon!' - Arbeloa rages at ref after Girona draw

Alvaro Arbeloa launched a furious attack on the officials after Real Madrid were denied what he believed was a clear penalty in their 1-1 draw with Girona. The Madrid coach also addressed concerns over Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr as Los Blancos dropped more points in the title race.

Arbeloa has launched a scathing attack on the refereeing, in an extraordinary outburst, and has delivered a blunt warning to Bayern

Arbeloa insists: “Mbappé’s penalty would have been given whether we were on Earth or the Moon.”

The Spanish coach vented his frustration with the referees.

Real Madrid CF v FC Bayern München - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Quarter-Final First Leg

Arbeloa fields his strongest line-up against Girona

Real Madrid keep their La Liga title hopes alive.

National team boss emerges as surprise Real Madrid candidate

Real Madrid are reportedly considering a sensational move for France national team manager Didier Deschamps as they look to restore their dominance in Spain and Europe. The World Cup winner is expected to leave his post with Les Bleus after the 2026 World Cup, and the Bernabeu board have identified him as a top target.

Arbeloa excludes a Real Madrid duo and tests Mendy against Girona

Announcement of the Royal Team’s squad to face Little Catalonia

Flick snubs Arbeloa: I won’t waste my energy responding to him

We’re focusing on ourselves… and not thinking about Real Madrid

Video: Ask Arbeloa… Real Madrid star dodges a tricky question

Real Madrid star steers clear of a public dispute with Arbeloa

CA Osasuna v Real Madrid CF - LaLiga EA Sports

Arbeloa: I need players who want to shine every day... and the boos against Vinícius are normal

The Spanish coach is not satisfied with the performance of Real Madrid’s stars.

RCD Mallorca v Real Madrid CF - LaLiga EA Sports

Arbeloa on Barcelona’s complaints about refereeing: I won’t change my mind

Real Madrid’s coach sparks controversy with ambiguous remarks

Apparently, things really went off the rails at Real Madrid. The usually disciplined dressing room was rocked by a thunderous confrontation that reverberated through the club’s cor

Bayern Munich’s Champions League opponents, Real Madrid, have been rocked by a major training-ground dispute between first-team coach Alvaro Arbeloa and young centre-back Raul Asencio. According to multiple sources briefed on the incident, the altercation was serious enough for the 22-year-old defender to be omitted from the match-day squad for several consecutive fixtures. While the club has not commented publicly, team-mates and back-room staff are said to be monitoring the situation closely, aware that such internal tensions can distract from on-field performance. For Bayern, who face Los Blancos in the knock-out phase, any disruption in the Spanish capital could prove advantageous; nevertheless, Carlo Ancelotti’s side will travel to the Bernabéu expecting a full-strength Madrid outfit hungry to prove a point. With both clubs boasting rich European pedigree, the tie promises to be a clash of styles as well as egos, and fans worldwide will be watching to see whether the rumoured rift

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