"I don't regret anything and would make the same choice" - Arbeloa comments on Real's sensational Copa del Rey exit

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"I have no regrets and would make the same choice" - Arbeloa comments on Real Madrid's sensational Copa del Rey exit Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images
14 jan 2026 15:00
Copa del Rey Spain
Albacete Real Madrid
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Álvaro Arbeloa shared his thoughts after Real Madrid's shocking elimination from the tournament following a defeat to Albacete—a club competing in Spain's second division.

Details: At the post-match press conference, Real Madrid's new head coach Álvaro Arbeloa took full responsibility for the loss and stated he would not change any of his decisions.

"I put together a team capable of beating Albacete. I don't regret anything and would absolutely make the same choices again," Arbeloa said at the post-match press conference.

The coach emphasized how much he values his players and working with them:

"I have an amazing squad. It's a privilege for me to be their coach. I would take charge of this group again without hesitation."

It's worth noting that this was Arbeloa's very first match in charge of the Madrid club—and it ended in disappointment. Los Blancos were knocked out of the Copa del Rey after a 2-3 loss to Albacete. Real Madrid's next match is scheduled for Saturday, January 17, at 14:00 Central European Time.

Reminder: After the match, Albacete fans shouted racist abuse at Vinicius.

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