Real Madrid left Mestalla with all three points after a disciplined and committed display against Valencia, and head coach Alvaro Arbeloa was quick to credit his side’s collective effort for the victory.
Speaking after the final whistle, Arbeloa underlined just how demanding the contest was, given Madrid’s history at the stadium and the tactical challenge posed by the hosts.
“We knew what to expect,” he said, pointing to how rare wins at Mestalla have been in recent years.
Drawing from his own playing experience, the coach stressed that patience and hard work were always going to be decisive.
“It was a victory that came from solidity, commitment, and playing a very serious game.
“It doesn’t matter where you put Valverde because he always delivers a spectacular performance.”
He added: “The fact that the academy players can play a match of this level and contribute what David Jimenez did is fantastic news for the entire Real Madrid youth system.”
On Trent’s return from injury, the coach made it clear that caution remains the priority.
“We’re proceeding with caution and patience because what we want is for him to find his rhythm, his best form.”
Perhaps most pleasing for Arbeloa was the clean sheet, which he sees as the foundation for future progress.
“A team is built on solidity, on being together, on commitment.”
The gaffer concluded by stressing that values such as dedication, sacrifice, and togetherness are guiding the team forward — and from that base, improvement will follow.
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