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Alvaro Arbeloa

Alvaro Arbeloa — manager of Fulham and former Real Madrid head coach, appointed July 2026.

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In coverage

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  1. May 2026
  2. Joy Online

    … re is spreading rumours, and with a season without titles, where Real Madrid is always under scrutiny, everything gets blown out of proportion.” An emergency meeting was called for Thursday evening with Real president Florentino Perez and his staff, plus head coach Alvaro Arbeloa …

    Valverde cut head when he ‘accidentally hit table’ in Tchouameni row
  3. Joy Online

    … Photographs of him on a yacht emerged around the same time Real were playing Espanyol. “In his free time, Mbappe can do whatever he wants, like any other player,” head coach Alvaro Arbeloa said. …

    Injury row, yacht trip & petition – what’s going on with Mbappe?
  4. The Ghanaian Times

    … ppy with the officiating in Saturday’s match, said: “This game is a good reflection of what has happened in this championship.” The Portuguese manager has been one of the names linked to the Real Madrid job in the summer if the Spanish club decide to part ways with Alvaro Arbeloa …

    Mourinho’s unbeaten Benfica miss out on title
  5. Joy Online

    … ppy with the officiating in Saturday’s match, said: “This game is a good reflection of what has happened in this championship.” The Portuguese manager has been one of the names linked to the Real Madrid job in the summer if the Spanish club decide to part ways with Alvaro Arbeloa …

    Mourinho’s Benfica still unbeaten – but miss out on title
  6. April 2026
  7. Joy Online

    With Real Madrid out of the Champions League and now sitting closer to third-place Villarreal than La Liga leaders Barcelona, the noise around manager Alvaro Arbeloa’s future is unsurprisingly increasing. …

    Why Mourinho could be Real’s ‘ultimate wildcard’

Sunday 20 September

  1. Cunha's deflected goal earns Manchester United draw at Fulham

    Matheus Cunha's deflected shot in the 89th minute rescued a 1–1 draw for Manchester United at Fulham, denying the hosts a first Premier League win of the season and saving United from a third consecutive defeat.

    20 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 17 September

  1. Real Madrid among clubs pursuing Man Utd academy forward Gabriel

    The 15-year-old Manchester United academy player JJ Gabriel has sent formal notice requesting to cancel his registration, and Real Madrid is among several major European clubs—including Barcelona, PSG, and Bayern Munich—seeking to sign him. Real Madrid's efforts are described as particularly strong, with plans to place him in Real Madrid Castilla, the club's reserve team that competes in senior football.

    17 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 5 September

  1. Fulham suffers third consecutive Premier League defeat

    Fulham lost 3-2 to Crystal Palace at home after leading twice in the first half, extending their winless run to three games under manager Alvaro Arbeloa. The defeat leaves Fulham as one of only two sides to have lost their opening three Premier League games this season, alongside Coventry City.

    5 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Xabi Alonso wins Chelsea debut 3-2 at Fulham

    Xabi Alonso marked his first match as Chelsea manager with a 3-2 victory over Fulham, with Joao Pedro scoring within 31 seconds and Morgan Rogers adding a goal on his debut. Despite two errors from Chelsea keeper Robert Sanchez, Alonso's side held on in a chaotic west London derby.

    26 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 25 August

  1. Palmer stars as Chelsea opens season with Fulham victory

    Cole Palmer scored and assisted as Xabi Alonso's Chelsea debut as manager ended with a 3–2 Premier League win at Fulham, their first opening-day victory since 2022–23.

    25 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 23 August

  1. Mourinho's Real Madrid return ends with 90th-minute winner

    Jose Mourinho's first competitive match of his second spell as Real Madrid manager ended with a thrilling 90th-minute winner from debutant Carlos Espi against Espanyol, after Jude Bellingham had given Real an early lead but Espanyol equalized in the 30th minute.

    23 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 3 August

  1. Fulham sign Garcia and Palacios from Real Madrid

    Fulham have signed Gonzalo Garcia and Cesar Palacios from Real Madrid on five-year deals. Garcia, 22, made 39 appearances for Real Madrid last term, scoring eight goals in all competitions, while Palacios, 21, made five appearances for Real's senior side.

    3 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Fulham appoint former Real Madrid boss Arbeloa as manager

    Fulham have appointed Alvaro Arbeloa, 43, as their new manager on a three-year contract, succeeding Marco Silva who joined Benfica. Arbeloa, who previously managed Real Madrid, received strong references from Real Madrid president Florentino Perez and manager Jose Mourinho.

    7 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 11 June

  1. Real Madrid reappoints Jose Mourinho on three-year contract

    Real Madrid have confirmed Jose Mourinho's reappointment as head coach on a three-year deal, with the 63-year-old Portuguese coach beginning work when the squad return for pre-season on 13 July. Madrid paid Benfica £13m in compensation, clearing the way for Mourinho's return 13 years after his first stint ended.

    11 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Real Madrid's €150m Alvarez bid rejected by Atletico

    Real Madrid offered Atletico Madrid 150 million euros for striker Julian Alvarez, but the club rejected the bid, citing the player's 500 million euro release clause.

    9 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Mourinho returns to Real Madrid after Perez re-election

    Jose Mourinho is set to return to Real Madrid following club president Florentino Perez's re-election victory, which secured a presidency term until 2030. Mourinho agreed a three-year deal with the Spanish giants last month, and the move was conditional on Perez retaining the presidency.

    9 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

Thursday 4 June

  1. Man City considers legal action over Haaland claims

    Manchester City is contemplating legal action after a Real Madrid presidential candidate promised to sign Erling Haaland and displayed a shirt with his name, claiming he has a release clause. City and Haaland's representatives denied the claim, stating there is no such clause and no chance of a transfer.

    4 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 18 May

  1. Real Madrid captain Carvajal to depart after 23 years

    Dani Carvajal, 34, will leave Real Madrid at the end of the season when his contract expires in June after two spells at the club covering 23 years. The right-back made 450 appearances, won 27 titles including six Champions League titles, and is among only five players to win the Champions League six times.

    18 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 17 May

  1. Real Madrid beats Sevilla with Vinicius Jr goal

    Vinicius Jr scored the winning goal as Real Madrid defeated Sevilla 1–0 at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium, securing back-to-back league wins for the first time since March.

    17 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Real Madrid coach Arbeloa open to Mourinho returning as manager

    Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa said he would be pleased if Jose Mourinho replaces him next season. Mourinho is in final negotiations to become the club's new boss, 13 years after his first spell at the Bernabéu.

    17 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Jose Mourinho returning to Real Madrid after 13 years

    Jose Mourinho is returning to Real Madrid 13 years after his previous stint, as announced by president Florentino Perez at a contentious press conference. The appointment aligns Mourinho's siege mentality and media-focused approach with Perez's worldview amid internal divisions in Madrid's dressing room.

    13 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Real Madrid president Perez calls for club elections

    Real Madrid president Florentino Perez held a tense press conference calling for elections, insisting he will stand again despite a trophyless season and Barcelona's back-to-back La Liga titles. The 79-year-old, in office since 2009, rejected suggestions he is too tired for the role and challenged critics to contest the election openly rather than through anonymous briefings.

    13 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Mourinho in final talks to return as Real Madrid coach

    Jose Mourinho is in final negotiations to become Real Madrid's next head coach, 13 years after his first spell at the club. The 63-year-old is the only candidate Real Madrid are currently in talks with for the role, which would replace current head coach Alvaro Arbeloa.

    12 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Real Madrid faces fan anger after Barcelona clinches La Liga title

    Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa acknowledged supporter frustration after Barcelona won the La Liga title following a 2-0 Clasico defeat at Camp Nou, condemning Madrid to a trophyless campaign that included a Champions League quarter-final exit to Bayern Munich.

    12 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Sunday 10 May

  1. Barcelona win La Liga title as Rashford scores against Real Madrid

    Marcus Rashford scored a free-kick as Barcelona beat Real Madrid to clinch their 29th La Liga title with three games remaining. Barcelona have won back-to-back La Liga titles and lead Real Madrid by 14 points after an 11-game winning run.

    10 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 8 May

  1. Valverde injured in dressing room row with Tchouameni

    Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde sustained a head injury during a dressing room argument with teammate Aurelien Tchouameni and will miss Sunday's match against Barcelona. Valverde denied the pair came to blows, saying he accidentally hit a table, and the club has opened disciplinary proceedings against both players.

    8 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 7 May

  1. Mbappe's yacht trip sparks fan backlash and "Mbappe out" petition

    Kylian Mbappe's holiday to Sardinia during his injury recovery has angered Real Madrid fans despite club approval, fuelling an online petition calling for his departure as frustration grows over his difficult second season at the club.

    7 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Mourinho's unbeaten Benfica loses title to Porto despite no defeats

    Jose Mourinho's Benfica could complete an invincible season without a league loss but will not win Portugal's top-flight title, as Porto have already clinched the championship with a nine-point lead after 32 games. Benfica's 10 draws have cost them despite their unbeaten record, and they could finish outside the top two if Sporting overtake them with a game in hand.

    5 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 4 May

  1. Mourinho's unbeaten Benfica misses Portugal title to Porto

    Jose Mourinho's Benfica remain unbeaten with two games left but cannot win the Portuguese league title after Porto moved nine points clear. Despite a potential invincible season, Benfica's 10 draws have cost them the championship, a fate that last occurred to the club in 1977–78.

    4 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Real Madrid considers Mourinho as potential manager replacement

    Real Madrid's manager Alvaro Arbeloa faces pressure after poor results, sitting closer to third-place than league leaders Barcelona with a 64% win percentage in La Liga. Jose Mourinho, currently managing Benfica, is being mentioned as a potential replacement, having previously managed Real Madrid from 2010 to 2013 and winning La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the Spanish Super Cup.

    28 April 2026 · Joy Online →

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