Summary
Real Madrid lost to Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-final, making it very unlikely they will win any trophies this season. Manager Álvaro Arbeloa’s future is uncertain as the team faces a rare season without major wins.
Key Facts
- Real Madrid lost to Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-final after a late second yellow card to Eduardo Camavinga.
- Barcelona leads La Liga by nine points with seven matches left, making it hard for Real Madrid to catch up.
- This season could be Real Madrid’s fifth trophyless season this century.
- Xabi Alonso started as manager but resigned in January after poor results, replaced by Álvaro Arbeloa.
- Arbeloa’s team has won 13 of 21 games under his leadership.
- Jude Bellingham, a key player, spoke about the high stakes and disappointment after the loss.
- Arbeloa accepted responsibility for the defeats but praised the team's effort and commitment.
- Real Madrid usually wins major trophies, including Champions League and La Liga titles, making this season unusual.