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Real Madrid's Hidden Problem Exposed! Arbeloa Warns They Must RUN MORE to Win AGAIN

Arbeloa reveals Real Madrid's secret struggle with intensity and effort, raising concerns about their chances in La Liga and beyond.

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Martina Mincheva
May 4, 2026
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Close-up of Kylian Mbappé during warm-up, looking focused with a blurred stadium background.

Alvaro Arbeloa pointed out a lack of intensity in Real Madrid's performance despite their 2-0 win over Espanyol.

When asked whether there is a difference in commitment between Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe, Arbeloa refused to compare the players.

I don't compare players. We need everyone.

Alvaro Arbeloa

His bigger concern was the team's physical effort.

Since I've been here, I've said that to win matches you need dedication from everyone. It hurts me when I see that all the other teams run more than we do.

Alvaro Arbeloa

Arbeloa stressed that the issue isn’t just about effort without the ball.

We have to be focused even when we have the ball. More movement and more running without the ball are needed. It's difficult because for one pass you have to make ten movements.

Alvaro Arbeloa

His comments come amid ongoing criticism of Real Madrid's style and energy levels throughout the season.