Álvaro Arbeloa appointed head coach of Fulham after leaving Real Madrid
Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 11:37 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Álvaro Arbeloa has been named the new head coach at Fulham, following his departure from Real Madrid last season. The appointment marks Arbeloa's first managerial role after a successful playing career, during which he won multiple titles with Real Madrid. Fulham will look to Arbeloa to bring fresh tactics and leadership to the team as they prepare for the upcoming season. The club aims for a strong performance in league play as they rebuild under new management.
- •Fulham announces Álvaro Arbeloa as head coach.
- •Arbeloa previously played for Real Madrid.
- •This is Arbeloa's first coaching position.
- •Fulham seeks to enhance their performance next season.
- •The club will aim for improvements under new management.
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"The 43-year-old former Spain full-back, who ended last season in charge of Real Madrid, succeeds Marco Silva after his exit for Benfica when his Craven Cottage contract expired. "It is a real honour for me to be embarking on this new stage at Fulham FC, the oldest club in London," said Arbeloa, who had two spells at a player at Real Madrid and played in the Premier League for Liverpool and West Ham.
"Alvaro Arbeloa has been appointed as Fulham’s new head coach on a three-year contract. The 43-year-old former Spain full-back, who finished last season in charge of his long-time club Real Madrid, succeeds Marco Silva after the Portuguese coach departed for Benfica at the end of his contract.
"Former Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa has been appointed manager of English Premier League side Fulham, the club announced on Wednesday."The Club is delighted to announce the appointment of Alvaro Arbeloa as the new Head Coach of Fulham," Fulham said in a statement.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 8, 2026, 3:20 PMAlvaro Arbeloa makes Real Madrid star his top target at Fulham
After finally being confirmed as Fulham manager on Tuesday, former Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has got to work on identifying the players that he wants added to his squad during the ongoing ...
- Yahoo SportsJul 8, 2026, 5:59 AMArbeloa's in-tray - what are new Fulham boss' key priorities?
The 43-year-old former Spain full-back, who ended last season in charge of Real Madrid, succeeds Marco Silva after his exit for Benfica when his Craven Cottage contract expired. "It is a real honour for me to be embarking on this new stage at Fulham FC, the oldest club in London," said Arbeloa, who had two spells at a player at Real Madrid and played in the Premier League for Liverpool and West Ham.
- Yahoo SportsJul 8, 2026, 5:25 AM🚨 Official: Álvaro Arbeloa is Fulham's new manager
Today’s surprise.Fulham FC have officially announced the appointment of Spaniard Álvaro Arbeloa as head coach. Arbeloa, 43, arrives from Real Madrid, where he managed the first team after a success...
- Yahoo SportsJul 8, 2026, 1:03 AMAlvaro Arbeloa named new Fulham head coach
Alvaro Arbeloa has been appointed as Fulham’s new head coach on a three-year contract. The 43-year-old former Spain full-back, who finished last season in charge of his long-time club Real Madrid, succeeds Marco Silva after the Portuguese coach departed for Benfica at the end of his contract.
- ESPN SoccerJul 8, 2026, 12:25 AMArbeloa joins Fulham after Real Madrid departure
Álvaro Arbeloa has been appointed head coach at Fulham having left Real Madrid last season.
- Yahoo SportsJul 7, 2026, 11:42 PMFormer Real Madrid coach Arbeloa named Fulham manager
Former Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa has been appointed manager of English Premier League side Fulham, the club announced on Wednesday."The Club is delighted to announce the appointment of Alvaro Arbeloa as the new Head Coach of Fulham," Fulham said in a statement.
- Yahoo SportsJul 7, 2026, 11:35 PMFulham appoint Álvaro Arbeloa as new head coach
Fulham have confirmed the appointment of Álvaro Arbeloa as their new head coach, with the former Real Madrid manager signing a three-year contract at Craven Cottage.The 43-year-old replaces Marco Si...
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