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Transcript: Alvaro Arbeloa Looks at Himself After Real Madrid's Shock Loss vs Albacete

The week continued to be tough for Real Madrid as Álvaro Arbeloa lost his first game in charge, which was unexpected. Los Blancos lost 3-2 to La Liga 2 side Albacete, meaning they are out of this season's Copa del Rey.

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'This has to change now' – RMTV lay into Real Madrid after Copa del Rey exit

Real Madrid have had a dreadful few days, with the latest blow being their exit from the 2025-26 Copa del Rey at the hands of Albacete. The Segunda side were 3-2 winners on Wednesday, which meant that the Alvaro Arbeloa era got off to the worst possible start.

Real Madrid News / ESPN / January 14

Arbeloa: Madrid Copa exit to 2nd-tier side 'painful'

New Real Madrid coach Álvaro Arbeloa took responsibility for the team's "painful" 3-2 Copa del Rey defeat to second-tier Albacete on Wednesday, defending his decision to rest a number of senior players.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / January 14

Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa blames himself for Copa del Rey exit

Real Madrid have been knocked out of the Copa del Rey, having been defeated by Albacete in their Round of 16 tie. Goals from Franco Mastantuono and Gonzalo Garcia were not enough, as Javi Villar and Jefte (x2) struck to seal a memorable win for the Segunda side.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / January 14

Real Madrid player ratings against Albacete: Alvaro Arbeloa fails to solve defensive woes

Real Madrid were dumped out of the Copa del Rey on Wednesday, as they were defeated 3-2 by Albacete in their Round of 16 tie at the Estadio Carlos Belmonte.

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Albacete 3-2 Real Madrid: Report & Full Match Highlights As The Woes Continue

What has been a tough few days for Real Madrid got even worse as they were eliminated from the Copa del Rey. They lost 3-2 to Albacete, who sit 17th in La Liga 2, thanks to a late stoppage-time winner from Jefte Betancor.

Federico Valverde News / The 4th Official / January 14

Valverde And Garcia Get 7.5 | Real Madrid Players Rated In Tough Loss Vs Albacete

Real Madrid faced off against Albacete in the Copa del Rey earlier tonight as they hoped to earn a good result on the road. Los Blancos made a decent start to the game but conceded the opening goal in the 42nd minute when Javi Villar found the back of the net.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / January 14

Real Madrid dumped out of Copa del Rey by Albacete as Alvaro Arbeloa starts on sour note

Albacete 3-2 Real Madrid Real Madrid are out of the Copa del Rey, having been defeated 3-2 by Segunda side Albacete at the Estadio Carlos Belmonte in Alvaro Arbeloa’s first match as manager.

Real Madrid News / ESPN / January 14

Madrid dumped from Copa in Arbeloa's 1st game

Álvaro Arbeloa got off to a dismal start as the new coach of Real Madrid, seeing his team lose to second-division club Albacete 3-2 and drop out of the Copa del Rey in the round of 16 on Wednesday.

Thibaut Courtois News / Athlon Sports / January 14

Thibaut Courtois Denounces Racist Abuse of Vinicius Jr Before Real Madrid Loss to Albacete

Real Madrid lost 2-3 to Albacete in the Copa del Rey on Wednesday, being eliminated from the tournament just days after losing the Spanish Super Cup final to Barcelona.

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Jude Bellingham News / Athlon Sports / January 14

Why is Jude Bellingham Not Playing Tonight for Real Madrid vs Albacete?

Real Madrid returns to action following the Spanish Super Cup over the weekend. Real Madrid will play in the Copa Del Rey Round of 16 against Albacete of La Liga 2.

Kylian Mbappe News / Athlon Sports / January 14

Is Kylian Mbappe Playing Tonight for Real Madrid vs Albacete?

Real Madrid will be playing away from home in the Copa Del Rey today. Real Madrid faces Albacete at the Estadio Carlos Belmonte just a few days after playing in the Spanish Super Cup Final in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / January 14

Confirmed Starting Lineup For Real Madrid vs Albacete In The Copa Del Rey

Real Madrid will face Albacete of La Liga 2 in the Round of 16 of the Copa del Rey. The game is being played on the road at the Estadio Carlos Belmonte, with Alvaro Arbeloa taking charge of his first game since Xabi Alonso left the club.

Real Madrid News / ESPN / January 14

Why did Man United, Chelsea, Real Madrid all sack their managers? It's about culture

Why have three of the biggest soccer teams in the world fired their managers in the span of just 12 days? To clubs like Man United or Real Madrid, it's not about results, but how they fit.

Xabi Alonso News / Football Espana / January 14

CNN x Football España: Xabi Alonso reaction and what to expect from Alvaro Arbeloa at Real Madrid?

Real Madrid parted ways with Xabi Alonso on Monday, and Football España joined CNN World Sport to discuss the fallout from the Spanish capital. Alonso was the most coveted manager in Europe when he arrived at the Bernabeu, so why have Real Madrid taken this decision, and where did it all go wrong for him?

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Kylian Mbappe Leading the Real Madrid Guard of Honour Snub of Barcelona: Proof of Unchecked Player Power Over Xabi Alonso?

The Real Madrid guard of honour snub that stunned the footballing world this week was more than a simple breach of tradition – it was a public display of power, and it begs the question of whether players are being given way more authority than they should.

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Real Madrid are looking at £86m Arsenal star to solve their attacking issue

Real Madrid are reportedly interested in a move for Arsenal attacker Gabriel Martinelli as they look to solve their attacking woes, according to Defensa Central.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / January 14

Real Madrid Transfer News: Real Madrid Want PSG Star, Smit, Valverde & More

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Real Madrid News / Athlon Sports / January 13

Jude Bellingham Sends Strong Message After Xabi Alonso Fallout Reports

Many reports suggest that a couple of Real Madrid players did not like the ideas of former Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso. Players like Vinicius Junior and Federico Valverde are among the reported players who did not enjoy the ideas of Xabi Alonso at Real Madrid.

Jurgen Klopp News / HITC / January 13

What Fabrizio Romano says Real Madrid are thinking about Jurgen Klopp right now

Real Madrid have reportedly added Jurgen Klopp to their managerial shortlist, though the German is apparently happy with his life away from football. Alonso stepped down just seven months into his tenure following a heavy Supercopa loss to Barcelona, leaving Madrid to begin the search for a new manager.