Vinicius at the Core: Arbeloa Defends Real Madrid Values as Boos Echo at the Bernabéu

Match recap and Arbeloa's post-match comments

Alvaro Arbeloa, Real Madrid's coach, expressed happiness after a 2-0 victory over Levante at the Santiago Bernabéu in La Liga. He spoke about the win being decisive after a tough week and noted that focus must now shift to Tuesday's game against Monaco.

Arbeloa highlighted the need to speed up play to break down teams that sit back, and he described the Bernabéu return as a moment he will never forget in his career as a manager.

Vinicius, boos, and Real Madrid's values

Regarding the jeers aimed at the players, Arbeloa recalled facing similar reactions as a former player and said such moments can fuel the team as supporters demand a level befitting the club’s history.

On Vinicius, he praised him as a wonderful player who represents Real Madrid's values and has the ability to bypass defenders. Arbeloa said he is proud to coach Vinicius and believes he will help the team win more titles, noting Vinicius’ contribution to two Champions League triumphs and the responsibility he has shouldered. He emphasised that Vinicius should enjoy his time at the club again.

When asked about Vinicius's reaction to the boos, Arbeloa stated that the forward is fine and happy with the victory, and that the team will improve and fight for trophies in all competitions.

Addressing boos aimed at president Florentino Perez, Arbeloa acknowledged the source and noted that some people simply do not love Real Madrid. He concluded that it is a tremendous honor to have a president who is a central figure in the club’s history, alongside the Bernabéu, who has achieved everything.

Punchlines: first, sharp and playful: Vinicius runs at defenses with the precision of a sniper—target locked, the goal in sight, and the crowd knows it. Second: when in doubt, blame the pitch; the Bernabéu eats pressure for breakfast and asks for seconds with a smile.