Article by Romeo Ene – Published Monday, 06 April 2026, 19:28 / Updated on Monday, 06 April 2026 19:30
Alvaro Arbeloa (43 years old), the coach of Real Madrid, held the press conference preceding the five-star duel with Bayern Munich, the round of the “quarters” of the Champions League. The game was scheduled for Tuesday, April 8, starting at 10:00 p.m.
“Los Blancos” come with an important moral advantage, having not lost any of the last nine direct duels with the Bavarians in this competition. However, Bayern are unbeaten in their last 12 official matches.
On the other side, real madrid going through a more difficult time. The defeat with Mallorca in the last stage of the championship considerably diminished the chances of the title, so the Champions League remains the main stake for the Madrid players, who have not won a trophy for about a year and a half.
Alvaro Arbeloa, statements before Real Madrid – Bayern
Before the match, the coach Alvaro Arbeloa sent a firm message. “Real always fight against the strongest opponents. Bayern are the most consistent team in Europe this season, so we will have to give it our all.
Our history against them is special. We don't think about the possibility of losing this double. For us there is only one scenario, to eliminate Bayern. This is what we want and this is what we believe.
I am sure that the Santiago Bernabeu will once again experience a special evening, as it happened in the match against Manchester City“, said the technician, quoted by sportal.bg.
Arbeloa also analyzed the opponent's game. “Bayern is a very well organized team. The players support each other, they are aggressive in defense and play with a lot of courage. They have speed and a lot of solutions in attack. All praise for Kompany is deserved,” he added.
The Madrid technician also spoke about the return of some important players. “It's clear that Mbappe has different qualities to Brahim Díaz and we have to adapt our style of play.
I am glad that he is available again, because he came here for such matches and will lead the team. I am lucky to have such players at my disposal.
With Jude Bellingham on the field we get better. He has special qualities and we have to adapt to him and he to the team. His presence is not a problem, but an advantage”, explained Arbeloa.
