Aafter termination Xabi Alonso as head coach at Real Madrid, Alvaro Arbeloa took over the reins. Arbeloaformer player and legend, had a long and successful spell at the Madrid club where he was at the same time as the Mexican striker. Javier ‘Chicharito’ Hernandeza player he would not have a good relationship with.
It was even mentioned at the time that the two had a fight 10 years ago, when they were both playing for the Spanish giants.
What happened between Alvaro Arbeloa and Chicharito Hernandez?
During the season in which the Mexican striker played LaLigain 2015-2016, after breaking through Atletico Madridthere was a lot of friction on the field in between Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale and the young Dani Carvajal. However, the most friction was on the bench.
Carlo Ancelotti called out Javier Hernandez to enter the field in the final minutes, which Arbeloa replied with a curious tone”Is it necessary “Chicharito”?” questioning the Merengue coach’s decision. From this friction, rumors spread that the locker room was broken and that Javier Hernandez and Arbeloa were at odds, these rumors were never confirmed.
Javier ‘Chicharito’ Hernandez ended his loan spell at the Merengues to join the Bundesliga Bayer Leverkusenand leaves behind rumors of his animosity with the current head coach Real Madrid.
Career Alvaro Arbeloa
Arbeloa was part of Real Madrid first team for eight seasons, in two seasons. With the Merengue Team, Arbeloa won two The Champions LeagueClub World Cup, European Super Cup, La Liga championship, two Copa del Rey and Spanish Super Cup, who has established himself as one of the best defenders in the history of the club.
Arbeloa also played for Deportivo La Coruna, Liverpool and West Hamthe club where he retired in 2017. After he retired from professional soccer, he began his training as a coach. With Real Madrid Youth Academyhe has won four youth championships, but this is his first opportunity as a coach in the first division.
Where will Javier Hernandez be playing in 2026?
Javier Hernandez is currently without a team behind Chivas decided not to renew his contract. Although some MLS The teams have released the option to sign him before the start of the 2026 season, there are no formal procedures confirmed at the moment, so Javier Hernandez may choose to retire at the age of 37.