Arbeloa: "Brahim Diaz Emerged From a Situation That Was Not Easy At All"

T.E (Elbotola)

03 April 2026at10:11

Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa confirmed that Moroccan international Brahim Diaz successfully overcame a difficult and worrying situation, especially psychologically.

Brahim's standing at the Royal Club changed last March after he capitalized on Mbappé's absence and started in five matches, including both Champions League fixtures against Manchester City.

The international player also breathed a sigh of relief following CAF's decision to consider the Senegal national team as withdrawn and defeated (3-0) against Morocco in the Africa Cup final, a match where he missed a 'Panenka' style penalty kick.

Speaking about his Moroccan player before the La Liga clash against Real Mallorca, Arbeloa stated: "Brahim Diaz emerged from a situation that was not easy at all, but he was able to fight and show the quality of the player he is."

He further added regarding the possibility of continuing to rely on Brahim as a starter in upcoming matches: "We have an exceptional team, and I will need all the players."

Q&A

What difficult situation did Brahim Diaz overcome at Real Madrid?

Brahim Diaz successfully navigated a challenging psychological period at Real Madrid, according to coach Alvaro Arbeloa. His resilience allowed him to fight through the difficulties and demonstrate his true quality on the field, leading to a significant change in his standing.

How did Brahim Diaz's standing change at Real Madrid recently?

Brahim Diaz's position at Real Madrid significantly improved after he capitalized on a key player's absence in March. He started in five matches, including important Champions League fixtures, showcasing his abilities and earning more playing time for the club.

What are the future implications for Brahim Diaz's role at Real Madrid?

Coach Arbeloa indicated that he will need all his players, including Brahim Diaz, for upcoming matches. This suggests Brahim could continue to feature prominently, although a guaranteed starting spot is not explicitly confirmed given the team's exceptional depth.