Did Arbeloa’s decisions cost Real Madrid players a World Cup chance?
Alvaro Arbeloa's tenure as Real Madrid's coach has raised concerns regarding his treatment of Spanish players. Many believe his decisions have created divisions within the team and negatively impacted the chances of players like Dani Carvajal in international competitions. As a result, several Spanish players were left out of the World Cup squad due to limited playing time under his management.
- ▪Alvaro Arbeloa was appointed as Real Madrid's coach in January after Xabi Alonso's departure.
- ▪His management style has been criticized for not providing enough opportunities to Spanish academy graduates.
- ▪Dani Carvajal's reduced playing time has raised questions about his future with the national team.
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