Arbeloa had to console Real Madrid players after exit: No player took accountability
Aftermath away from public view
According to Spanish television programme El Chiringuito, the mood inside Real Madrid’s dressing room turned bleak immediately after the final whistle. Away from cameras and supporters, the players gathered in silence, showing little outward reaction to the defeat.
Those present reportedly remained still, with no immediate attempts to address what had happened on the pitch. The lack of movement and conversation underscored the depth of the shock following the exit.
A room frozen by defeat
El Chiringuito described the atmosphere as comparable to a funeral, with complete silence filling the space as players returned from the field. No discussions followed and no voices were raised.
Players were said to sit quietly, many looking down at the floor, as they tried to absorb the significance of the result. The stillness stood out for a club known for strong internal responses during moments of failure.
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Absence of voices from the squad
According to the report, no Real Madrid player addressed teammates in the immediate aftermath. There were no explanations offered and no individual acceptance of responsibility for the loss.
The continued silence added to the sense of disbelief inside the room, with leadership from within the squad notably absent during those moments.
Arbeloa steps into the silence
With the players remaining quiet, Álvaro Arbeloa intervened, according to El Chiringuito. He repeatedly told the group that the defeat should be placed entirely on him rather than on the players.
His words were intended to ease the emotional strain and break the tension that had settled over the room. Arbeloa encouraged the squad to regroup, return to work, and move forward collectively, while again stressing that he should be seen as the main figure responsible for the failure.
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A moment that reflects the weight of expectation
The account paints a picture of a squad overwhelmed by elimination, needing external reassurance before beginning to process the loss. Arbeloa’s role, as described, was focused on restoring emotional balance rather than addressing tactics.
The silence inside the dressing room served as a reflection of the expectations surrounding Real Madrid and the impact felt when those standards are not met.
Sources, El Chiringuito
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