Gerard Pique did not miss the opportunity to target new Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa after Madrid's shock 3-2 defeat in Copa del Rey. Reuters
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Firstpost15-01-2026, 19:38

Pique Mocks Arbeloa After Real Madrid's Shock Copa del Rey Exit to Albacete

  • Real Madrid suffered a shocking 3-2 defeat to second-tier Albacete in the Copa del Rey Round of 16.
  • The match marked Alvaro Arbeloa's managerial debut for Real Madrid, which ended in a nightmare loss.
  • Substitute Jefte Betancor scored two goals for Albacete, currently 17th in their division.
  • Former Barcelona star Gerard Pique sarcastically commented on Arbeloa's debut, reigniting their long-standing rivalry.
  • Pique's jibe, "Good debut for the new Madrid," referenced past verbal exchanges between the two players.

Why It Matters: Gerard Pique seized the opportunity to mock Alvaro Arbeloa after Real Madrid's embarrassing Copa del Rey exit.

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