Arbeloa’s Selection: Key Absences in Real Madrid Squad vs. Albacete
In a significant matchup, Álvaro Arbeloa will lead Real Madrid against Albacete in the Copa del Rey Round of 16. This marks Arbeloa’s official debut as the team’s coach, succeeding Xabi Alonso.
Key Absences in Real Madrid Squad vs. Albacete
The squad announced by Real Madrid reveals several notable absences. These omissions stem from injuries, rest, and tactical decisions. Key players missing from the lineup include:
- Thibaut Courtois: rested
- Ferland Mendy: injury
- Antonio Rüdiger: injury
- Éder Militão: injury
- Trent Alexander-Arnold: injury
- Álvaro Carreas: tactical decision
- Aurelien Tchouaméni: injury
- Jude Bellingham: injury
- Ibrahim Díaz: injury
- Kylian Mbappé: absent
- Rodrygo: injury
The full squad includes players like Andriy Lunin, Fran González, Sergio Mysteri, and Dani Carvajal, among others. The list reflects a blend of young talent and experience, but also highlights the challenges ahead due to the missing star players.
Recent Team Dynamics
This match comes at a turbulent time for Real Madrid. The team has encountered significant internal challenges, including divisions in the locker room during Alonso’s tenure. Arbeloa now steps in to unify the squad and navigate through these issues.
Fans are hopeful that this new chapter will bring rejuvenation to the team’s performance and morale as they face Albacete in this critical knockout stage.
