Arbeloa, the coach of Castilla of Real Madrid's second team, said in an interview that Alonso, the coach of Real Madrid's first team, can give full marks to his coaching start.

Both Real Madrid's first and second teams changed coaches this summer. Alonso succeeded Ancelotti as Real Madrid coach, and Arbeloa took over from Raul to coach Castilla. Real Madrid has now won six consecutive games in all competitions, while Castilla has won five consecutive games. Both teams have performed very well. Alonso and Arbeloa have been teammates at Liverpool and Real Madrid in the past.

The media asked Arbeloa how he would rate his old friend Alonso's coaching in Real Madrid. Arbeloa replied: "It's very simple, full marks. Alonso did a great job, it was extraordinary. I can't remember such a start to the season. I won 13 of the first 14 games. This is amazing. The most important thing is that I saw Alonso. The personal mark and unique style that Soso brings, the team's dominance, the ability to quickly regain the ball, the team's coordinated operation on the field, and the central defender is also very close to the forward... I believe he will get better and better, and I can only give full marks to this friend."

Castilla currently ranks third in the league standings and sees hope of promotion. Arbeloa continued: "I have always told the players that we must be ambitious. Indeed, it is not easy for Castilla to be ranked at the top. Since being relegated 11 years ago, Castilla has participated in the league promotion play-offs 4 times, and during the same period, the Real Madrid first team has won 5 Champions League trophies. From this perspective, Alonso led the team to win the Champions League than I led the team to advance. It is easier to advance to the playoffs."

Arbeloa finally said: "But no matter what, we must maintain our ambitions, do our best, and strive to become better players every day. We are a team full of talent. As long as we continue to play like this, we should not set a ceiling for this team and must pursue the highest goals as much as possible."