Ahead of CL clash against Bayern: Real coach Arbeloa sounds the alarm | OneFootball

FC Bayern travel to Madrid for the Champions League clash with a tailwind, while Real Madrid are under increasing pressure from Álvaro Arbeloa. The coach has clear words for his team ahead of the clash.

After the 2-1 defeat against Mallorca, the mood at the Whites is tense. Real Madrid are in danger of losing their place in the league for good and have already been knocked out of the cup, leaving the Champions League as their last chance to win the title – against FC Bayern, who are currently in great form.

Arbeloa reacted clearly after the setback and put his team under pressure: „My players must believe in their ability to win the game on Tuesday. It is a very important game in the Champions League and they must give everything in a competition that is very important to us. As soon as they come out of the changing room, they must think of nothing but Bayern Munich,“ demanded the coach.

Arbeloa: „Very aware of the importance of Tuesday’s game“

However, the Spaniard will not allow the defeat against Mallorca to be used as an excuse. Arbeloa is convinced that his team will show the right reaction. „Not at all. I know my players and their abilities very well. I know that they are very aware of the importance of the game on Tuesday,“ he explained.

At the same time, the former professional pointed to a lack of luck at crucial moments: „Like what happened today, so we have to close this chapter and prepare well for the game [gegen Bayern],“ added Arbeloa.

In terms of personnel, one important question remains unanswered: Jude Bellingham’s involvement is still unclear. The Englishman only made one brief appearance recently and is slowly working his way back. „We can’t expect Jude to be at his best when he hasn’t played much for several weeks. We have to be patient with him,“ the coach made clear.