Arbeloa: "Diaz is Excellent in One-on-One Situations and Ambidextrous"
02 February 2026at09:41
Real Madrid coach Álvaro Arbeloa expressed his admiration for the performance levels of Moroccan international Brahim Díaz, following his contribution to the 2-1 victory over Rayo Vallecano in Week 22 of the Spanish League.
Regarding the player distribution, where Gonzalo played centrally near the penalty area while Díaz and Rodrygo were on the wings, Arbeloa stated, "Gonzalo was better closer to the penalty area because he is more dangerous there."
He added, "Díaz is an excellent player in one-on-one situations, he can disrupt the opponent's defense, and he is good with both feet. We need to identify the best position for each player and utilize their abilities."
Q&A
Why does Álvaro Arbeloa value Brahim Díaz's contribution to Real Madrid?
Arbeloa highlights Díaz's excellence in one-on-one situations, his ability to disrupt defenses, and his ambidextrous nature as key assets, crucial for Real Madrid's attacking strategy.
How does Real Madrid's coaching staff plan to utilize Brahim Díaz's unique skills?
Coach Arbeloa aims to identify the best position for each player, utilizing Díaz's excellent one-on-one skills and ambidextrous play, particularly on the wing, to disrupt opponent defenses effectively.
