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Alvaro Arbeloa
Born: January 17, 1983
Height: 6' 0" (184cm)
Hometown: Salamanca, Spain
Nationality: 
Spanish
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SpanishPosition: Full-back
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Youth | 1995-2001 | Real Zaragoza |
| 2001-2002 | Real Madrid | |
| Senior | 2002-2006 | Real Madrid Castilla |
| 2006-2007 | Deportivo La Coruna | |
| 2007-2009 | Liverpool | |
| 2009-2016 | Real Madrid | |
| 2016-2017 | West Ham United | |
| International | 2008-2013 | Spain |
Sports Mole has 271 articles about Alvaro Arbeloa. Articles 1 to 40:
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Real Madrid 2-0 Levante: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Kylian Mbappe makes timely return for Alvaro Arbeloa's side
Kylian Mbappe and Raul Asencio score the goals as Real Madrid record a 2-0 victory over Levante in Saturday afternoon's La Liga clash at Bernabeu.15:00
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Xabi Alonso's Real Madrid exit has 'altered' Vinicius Junior's stance on future at Bernabeu
Vinicius Junior is allegedly more likely to extend his contract at Real Madrid following the departure of Xabi Alonso as head coach.12:11
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Real Madrid managerial shortlist takes shape as 'surprise name' emerges
Real Madrid reportedly consider an ex-Premier League manager to replace Alvaro Arbeloa and look to English football for a blockbuster summer signing.05:22
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Real Madrid vs. Levante: Six missing for Los Blancos as Kylian Mbappe decision is made
Kylian Mbappe is named in the Real Madrid squad for Saturday's La Liga clash with Levante, but there are a number of notable absentees for Los Blancos.19:22
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Preview:Real Madrid vs Levante - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's La Liga clash between Real Madrid and Levante, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jan 15, 19:15
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Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa delivers verdict on shocking Copa del Rey elimination
Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa brands Wednesday's 3-2 defeat to Albacete "painful", with Los Blancos knocked out of the Copa del Rey.Jan 15, 08:49
Albacete 3-2 Real Madrid: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Alvaro Arbeloa's managerial debut ends in shocking Copa del Rey elimination
Real Madrid are incredibly knocked out of the Copa del Rey on Wednesday evening, with Segunda Division outfit Albacete recording a 3-2 victory in their last-16 affair.Jan 14, 22:10
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Xabi Alonso latest: Liverpool, Manchester City… what's next for the Spaniard after Real Madrid?
Xabi Alonso has lost his job at Real Madrid. The Spaniard, who remains highly rated on the managerial market, is expected to bounce back quickly. But where?Jan 14, 11:51
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Real Madrid vs. Levante: How to watch, date, time, live stream, TV channel for La Liga clash
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch the La Liga clash between Real Madrid and Levante.Jan 14, 11:05
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Real Madrid latest: Can Alvaro Arbeloa really become the 'new Zidane' at the Bernabeu?
On Monday, Real Madrid decided to part ways with Xabi Alonso to appoint Alvaro Arbeloa as head coach. Can the former Los Blancos full-back really become the "new Zidane"?Jan 14, 08:37
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Real Madrid news: Jude Bellingham on 'misinformation' as Xabi Alonso sacking throws club into turmoil
Jude Bellingham hits back at the numerous reports claiming he was one of several Real Madrid players to have fallen out with sacked boss Xabi Alonso.Jan 14, 01:22
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Next Real Madrid manager: Jurgen Klopp delivers response to Bernabeu links, gives opinion on Xabi Alonso exit
Former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp delivers his verdict on the departure of Xabi Alonso from Real Madrid, as well as indicating whether he would be interested in the permanent position.Jan 13, 16:09
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Real Madrid news: Xabi Alonso breaks silence with social media post after Los Blancos exit
Xabi Alonso breaks his silence with a farewell message following his recent departure as Real Madrid head coach.Jan 13, 14:44
Real Madrid January transfers and net spend: Every confirmed signing and sale for Alvaro Arbeloa's side in 2026 winter window
Track all of Real Madrid's January transfer activity, including confirmed signings, player departures, net spend and latest rumours.Jan 1, 09:45
Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid position in ‘serious danger’ as surprise replacement is shortlisted
Real Madrid identify a surprise replacement for under-fire head coach Xabi Alonso amid growing pressure on his job at Bernabeu.Dec 9, 08:55
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Real Madrid transfer news: Los Blancos ‘aware’ of Liverpool interest in €150m starlet who “has everything”
Liverpool are reportedly interested in signing a highly-rated Real Madrid starlet who has a €150m (£131.7m) release clause in his contract.Nov 25, 14:27
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Arsenal transfer news: Gunners eyeing swoop for 'important' Real Madrid prospect
Arsenal are reportedly keeping tabs on Real Madrid youngster Victor Valdepenas, who is said to be an 'important talent'.Oct 4, 13:51
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Real Madrid transfer news: Atletico Madrid eyeing bold move for 'promising' Los Blancos prospect
Atletico Madrid are reportedly showing interest in signing a highly-rated defensive prospect from city rivals Real Madrid.Sep 23, 00:26
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Real Madrid suffer major blow as wonderkid is forced to retire at the age of 19
Real Madrid youngster Marc Cucalon retires from professional football at the age of 19 due to a serious knee injury.Nov 13, 17:23
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Bayer Leverkusen chief plays down rumours linking Xabi Alonso to Real Madrid
Bayer Leverkusen director Simon Rolfes plays down rumours linking head coach Xabi Alonso with Real Madrid.Oct 2, 23:01
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Carlo Ancelotti: 'I hope Xabi Alonso manages Real Madrid one day'
Current manager Carlo Ancelotti says that he hopes that Xabi Alonso - currently at Bayer Leverkusen - takes charge of Real Madrid in the future.Sep 26, 14:13
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Real Madrid 'shortlist four ex-players as possible Carlo Ancelotti replacements'
Real Madrid reportedly shortlist four former players as possible replacements for head coach Carlo Ancelotti, who will take charge of Brazil next year.Jul 10, 14:48
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Carlo Ancelotti reiterates desire to stay at Real Madrid until end of contract
Carlo Ancelotti reiterates his desire to respect his contract as manager of Real Madrid amid links over a possible exit.Apr 11, 15:24
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Alvaro Arbeloa 'emerges as serious contender for Real Madrid job'
Real Madrid Under-19s manager Alvaro Arbeloa is a strong candidate to replace Carlo Ancelotti as first-team manager, according to a report.Apr 8, 22:37
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Real Madrid considering Jose Mourinho reunion?
Real Madrid are reportedly considering re-appointing Roma boss Jose Mourinho as their manager this summer. Apr 3, 23:20
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Real Madrid players pay tribute to departing manager Zinedine Zidane
Several Real Madrid players take to social media to thank Zinedine Zidane for his services to the La Liga club, following his departure on Thursday.May 31, 14:32
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Alvaro Arbeloa advises Real Madrid against selling Gareth Bale
Former Real Madrid defender Alvaro Arbeloa says that it would be a mistake if Los Blancos decided to sell Gareth Bale this summer.Feb 23, 17:26
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Alvaro Arbeloa takes Twitter swipe at Slaven Bilic
Former West Ham United full-back Alvaro Arbeloa seemingly takes to Twitter in order to criticise sacked manager Slaven Bilic.Nov 6, 21:16
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Dani Alves: 'I almost joined Liverpool in 2006'
Paris Saint-Germain right-back Dani Alves reveals that he was on the verge of joining Liverpool in 2006 before he eventually signed for Spanish giants Barcelona.Nov 1, 10:45
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Report: Chelsea frontrunners to sign Paris Saint-Germain forward Edinson Cavani
Chelsea are believed to be the frontrunners to sign Edinson Cavani should the Uruguayan depart Paris Saint-Germain in January following his penalty row with Neymar.Sep 27, 19:58
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Preview:Deportivo La Coruna vs. Real Madrid
Sports Mole previews the opening weekend of La Liga as champions Real Madrid travel to face Deportivo La Coruna at the Estadio Riazor.Aug 18, 16:19
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Yaya Toure predicts "more exciting, more difficult" Premier League season
Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure believes that the upcoming Premier League season will be "more exciting and more difficult" than ever before.Jul 22, 12:16
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Guillem Balague: 'Alvaro Morata was Antonio Conte's top choice'
Spanish journalist Guillem Balague claims that Chelsea were happy to see Romelu Lukaku join Manchester United as Alvaro Morata was always their top summer target.Jul 20, 12:34
Alvaro Arbeloa 'not interested in China, United States'
Alvaro Arbeloa reveals that he decided to retire from professional football because he did not have the motivation to continue in either China or the United States.Jun 25, 09:21
Alvaro Arbeloa announces retirement
Former Liverpool, Real Madrid and West Ham United defender Alvaro Arbeloa announces that he is retiring from professional football.Jun 24, 10:24
Premier League: Transfer ins and outs - Summer 2017
Keep track of all of the confirmed transfers in the Premier League with Sports Mole's comprehensive guide.Jun 6, 11:00
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West Ham United announce Pablo Zabaleta signing
West Ham United announce that they have agreed a deal to sign Manchester City defender Pablo Zabaleta on a free transfer.May 26, 12:07
West Ham United 'close to agreeing deal to sign Pablo Zabaleta'
Pablo Zabaleta is reportedly close to joining West Ham United on a free transfer following his departure from Manchester United.May 24, 16:47
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West Ham United activate extension clause in Adrian contract
West Ham United goalkeeper Adrian is now under contract at the club until 2019, but Alvaro Arbeloa will be on his way out in the summer after just one season in London.May 19, 10:32
West Ham United to move for Manchester City defender Pablo Zabaleta?
West Ham United reportedly decide to try to sign Manchester City defender Pablo Zabaleta on a free transfer at the end of the season.May 11, 10:32
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