Real Madrid parts ways with head coach Álvaro Arbeloa
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 6:11 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Real Madrid announced the departure of head coach Álvaro Arbeloa in a statement on June 9, 2026. Arbeloa's tenure lasted just under half a season following the team's performance, including a trophyless campaign and a loss in the Champions League quarterfinals. His promotion to the role came after Xabi Alonso was dismissed earlier in the season. The club expressed gratitude for Arbeloa's dedication and commitment during his time with the team. Following his departure, José Mourinho has been identified as the next head coach, contingent upon the recent re-election of club president Florentino Pérez.
- •Álvaro Arbeloa leaves Real Madrid after half a season.
- •José Mourinho set to replace Arbeloa as head coach.
- •Real Madrid lost the La Liga title and were eliminated from the Champions League.
- •Pérez's re-election influenced the coaching decision.
- 6:11 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid Officially Announces Head Coach Decision
"Real Madrid has made an official announcement regarding its head coach position amid Florentino Perez winning re-election.
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