Alvaro Arbeloa

Born: January 17, 1983

Height: 6' 0" (184cm)

Hometown: Salamanca, Spain
Nationality: Spain Spanish

Position: Full-back
Alvaro Arbeloa for Real Madrid on October 29, 2014
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Career History
Youth1995-2001Real Zaragoza
2001-2002Real Madrid
Senior2002-2006Real Madrid Castilla
2006-2007Deportivo La Coruna
2007-2009Liverpool
2009-2016Real Madrid
2016-2017West Ham United
International2008-2013Spain
Sports Mole has 276 articles about Alvaro Arbeloa. Articles 1 to 40:
Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid celebrate on January 20, 2026
Real Madrid 6-1 Monaco: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe lead Champions League rout
Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe led Real Madrid to an emphatic 6-1 win over Monaco in the Champions League at the Santiago Bernabeu on Tuesday.
22:20
 Real Madrid Castillas's Victor Valdepenas on August 2, 2025
Arsenal transfer news: Mikel Arteta 'keen to complete' surprise deal for Real Madrid defender
Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta reportedly remains keen to secure a surprise deal for a Real Madrid defender as soon as possible.
Jan 19, 12:55
 Rodrygo and Antonio Rudiger of Real Madrid pictured in January 2026
Real Madrid vs. Monaco: Will Rodrygo, Antonio Rudiger be available for key Champions League contest?
Real Madrid are reportedly unlikely to have either Antonio Rudiger or Rodrygo available for selection against Monaco on Tuesday night.
Jan 19, 09:57
 Real Madrid's Alvaro Carreras pictured on January 8, 2026
Real Madrid lineup vs. Monaco: Predicted XI for Champions League clash as Alvaro Arbeloa faces suspension problem
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Real Madrid could line up for Tuesday's Champions League league-phase clash with Monaco.
Jan 18, 11:10
 Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe celebrates in action on November 26, 2025
Preview:Real Madrid vs Monaco - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Champions League clash between Real Madrid and Monaco, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 18, 11:00
 Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring against Levante on January 17, 2026
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.
Jan 17, 15:00
 Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior on December 11, 2025
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.
Jan 17, 12:11
 Enzo Maresca and Ruben Amorim pictured during Chelsea's visit to Manchester United on September 20, 2025
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.
Jan 17, 05:22
 Kylian Mbappe of Real Madrid during his side's match against Kairat, on September 30, 2025
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.
Jan 16, 19:22
 Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe on November 1, 2025
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
 Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa on January 14, 2026
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
 Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa on January 14, 2026
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
 Real Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso on December 3, 2025
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
 Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior celebrate for Real Madrid on December 14, 2025
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
 Real Madrid Castilla coach Alvaro Arbeloa on September 17, 2025
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
 Jude Bellingham hits out at reports that claim he was influential in the sacking of Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso
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
 Jurgen Klopp has been touted as a possible replacement for Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso
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
 Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso pictured on December 7, 2025
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 Castilla coach Alvaro Arbeloa on September 17, 2025
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
 Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso pictured on December 7, 2025
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
 Joan Martinez Real Madrid/Liverpool composite
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
 Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured on August 31, 2025
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
 Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone on August 30, 2025
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
 General view inside the Bernabeu, taken February 2009
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
 Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso on September 15, 2023
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
 Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti pictured on July 23, 2023
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
 Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti looks dejected on April 8, 2023
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
 Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti on August 20, 2022
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
 Alvaro Arbeloa in action for Real Madrid in 2015
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
 Roma coach Jose Mourinho reacts on February 16, 2023
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
 Zinedine Zidane prior to Real Madrid's Champions League final clash against Liverpool at the NSC Olimpiyskiy Stadium in Kiev
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
 Gareth Bale in action for Real Madrid in September 2017
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
 Slaven Bilic watches on during the Premier League game between West Ham United and Liverpool on May 14, 2017
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
 Juventus's Davi Alves celebrates scoring during the Coppa Italia final against Lazio on May 17, 2017
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
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
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
 Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring the opening goal against Juventus in the Champions League final on June 3, 2017
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
 Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure in action during his side's Premier League clash with Hull City at the Etihad Stadium on Boxing Day
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
 Alvaro Morata of Spain celebrates scoring in the Euro 2016 match against Turkey on June 17, 2016
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
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
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
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
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
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