Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa has dismissed comparisons between Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe, emphasizing that every player’s dedication is crucial for success. Following a 2-0 victory over Espanyol in LaLiga, Arbeloa was questioned whether Vinicius displays more commitment than Mbappe.
In his post-match remarks, Arbeloa stressed that he does not engage in comparing players. He highlighted the need for collective effort, stating that talent alone is insufficient for a club like Real Madrid. “We need all the players’ commitment to win games,” he said.
The Spaniard expressed discomfort when observing other teams outperforming his squad in terms of running. He called for total involvement from every player to become a complete team. “Talent alone is not enough. This is Real Madrid. Players have to understand what Real Madrid is,” Arbeloa added.
Mbappe did not feature in the match as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury. Vinicius netted twice to secure the win for Los Blancos at RCDE Stadium.