Returning to Europe for his managerial debut, Arbeloa acknowledges the high stakes against Monaco. "The squad feels strong and motivated by Saturday’s victory," he stated. "Winning here brings us closer to our targets, we recognize how much this matters to our supporters."
He emphasized Vinicius Jr’s pivotal role, urging the Bernabeu to fully back him. "Vini writes his own history, having delivered two Champions League titles. He plays with immense heart and needs the fans to reach his absolute peak."
Arbeloa praised his roster’s extraordinary quality, confirming they exceeded his initial expectations. "We are competing for every title, but we need the Bernabeu behind us. The crowd’s atmosphere has historically been decisive; we must reignite that magic."
Finally, regarding Vinicius and Bellingham, he applauded their work ethic: "They demanded the ball and gave everything. Their performance in the second half was game-changing, approaching the elite level we aspire to reach."