Real Madrid Appoints Álvaro Arbeloa as First-Team Coach After Xabi Alonso's Exit

Real Madrid has named Álvaro Arbeloa as the first-team coach after Xabi Alonso's departure by mutual consent. Arbeloa, who previously managed Real Madrid Castilla, began his coaching career within the club's youth academy.

He enjoyed a successful playing career at Real Madrid from 2009 to 2016, winning multiple trophies. Arbeloa's appointment comes after Alonso's tenure at the Santiago Bernabéu lasted less than eight months.

The club's statement highlighted Arbeloa's achievements as a player and his coaching success with the youth teams.