Arbeloa (Real Madrid Coach): "Very Happy with Diaz's Return... He is a Mature Player Who Can Give Us a Lot"

Real Madrid coach Álvaro Arbeloa expressed his delight at the return of Moroccan international Brahim Diaz to the team's ranks, following his participation with the "Atlas Lions" in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, praising his potential.

During the press conference preceding the match against Villarreal, Arbeloa stated: "I am very happy to have him back with us. He has shown his abilities here at Real Madrid, and he proved it in the Africa Cup of Nations."

"He is a player who can give us a lot. I see him performing well; he possesses great maturity and a strong mentality. We will need him, and we will strive to make the most of his potential," the Real Madrid coach added.

It is worth noting that Diaz participated with the Moroccan national team in the Africa Cup of Nations, where he was crowned the tournament's top scorer. However, he missed a crucial penalty against Senegal in the final, which made him a topic of discussion among many fans and media outlets.