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Álvaro Arbeloa takes over coaching role at Fulham

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 7:18 AM

Last updated Jul 9, 2026

Álvaro Arbeloa takes over coaching role at Fulham

Summary

Álvaro Arbeloa has officially begun his coaching tenure at Fulham, succeeding Marco Silva, who left the club five weeks prior. Arbeloa's appointment has generated mixed reactions, particularly regarding his limited coaching experience at Real Madrid. Fans are hopeful about his vision for integrating youth players from the academy, emphasizing a more attacking style of play. The club aims to evolve its football philosophy rather than undertake drastic changes as Arbeloa embarks on this new era.

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By the Numbers

•Álvaro Arbeloa replaces Marco Silva at Fulham.
•Fans express concern over Arbeloa's coaching experience.
•Arbeloa plans to develop youth players from the club's academy.
•The club aims for evolution in style and philosophy.
•Arbeloa's tenure begins as Fulham looks for fresh direction.

Latest Updates

7:18 AMYahoo Sports — 'Arbeloa arrives at a club in need of evolution, not revolution'

What they're saying

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The Alvaro Arbeloa era has finally begun. Five weeks after Marco Silva revealed he was leaving Fulham, the club got their man to replace him. Many fans are concerned about Arbeloa's lack of experience; just five months at the helm of Real Madrid doesn't cut it for them.
— Yahoo Sports

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