""I want him [Vinicius Junior] to dance and enjoy himself," said Arbeloa."
""I think we've all seen the season and how hard they worked in the Super Cup final. We have a great squad, and there are people here with six European Cups, who have been champions, and it seems that this is soon forgotten. There are good guys. It's not something I'm too worried about. We have a squad of great professionals; they're all very good guys.""
""There's no one more interested in winning than the players. I know what it's like to be a Madrid player. I told them this morning that the best time of my life was as a Madrid player. They are very demanding of themselves.""
Alvaro Arbeloa was appointed Real Madrid head coach after Xabi Alonso left by mutual consent. Madrid sit second in LaLiga, four points behind Barcelona, and are seventh in their Champions League group with two games remaining. Reports of disagreements with players, including Vinicius Junior, reportedly increased pressure on the previous coach. Arbeloa will manage his first match on Wednesday against Albacete in the Copa del Rey. He praised the squad's experience and professionalism, said he wants Vinicius to 'dance and enjoy himself', and stated he is not worried about the players. Historical and recent statistics note Madrid's favourable record versus Albacete and strong away form.
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