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AFCON Update: Real Madrid Star Brahim Diaz On The Cusp Of Major Trophy

On Wednesday evening, Real Madrid were embarrassingly knocked out of the Copa del Rey in the round of 16 by Albacete, who are just one point above the relegation zone in the second tier of Spanish football.

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‘I learnt a lot from Xabi Alonso’ – On-loan Real Madrid forward Endrick Felipe

On-loan Real Madrid forward Endrick Felipe has had nothing but warm words for Xabi Alonso, despite the latter’s departure from the club. The Brazilian wonderkid had little in the way of opportunity under Alonso, but showed no sign of bitterness towards his former manager.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / January 15

Real Madrid players to receive ‘warning’ from hierarchy after Copa del Rey exit

Real Madrid could scarcely have imagined a worse start to the Alvaro Arbeloa rein, after his side were dumped out of the Copa del Rey by Segunda side Albacete on Wednesday.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / January 15

‘We’ve hit rock bottom spectacularly’ – Real Madrid star after Albacete disaster

Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal has declared that his side have hit rock bottom, following a Copa del Rey upset at the hands of Albacete on Wednesday night.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / January 15

Real Madrid sounding out new managers to replace Alvaro Arbeloa

Real Madrid have begun the search for a new manager, despite appointing Alvaro Arbeloa on Monday to replace Xabi Alonso. The Arbeloa regime got off to disastrous start, with Los Blancos exiting the Copa del Rey at the hands of Albacete.

Real Madrid News / Caught Offside / January 15

Jurgen Klopp ready for stunning return to management with his eyes on one job

Jürgen Klopp is seriously considering a comeback to frontline management if Real Madrid make a concrete approach ahead of the 2026/27 season, according to trusted reporter Florian Plettenberg.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / January 14

'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 / Real Madrid CF on SI / January 14

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.

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.

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

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.

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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.

Martin Brundle’s most awkward grid interviews including Kylian Mbappe and Cara Delevigne

Martin Brundle’s grid walk has become a staple of Formula 1’s pre-race coverage in the United Kingdom. Brundle was a successful F1 driver in the 1990s, scoring nine podiums, and switched to broadcasting in 1997 after his racing career came to an end.

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 / Extratime Talk / January 14

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.