Real Madrid: Alvaro Arbeloa confirms the absence of Vinicius Jr

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By: Manu Tournoux

Real Madrid: Vinicius Junior's fabulous double

Yesterday, several Iberian media revealed that Vinicius Jr (25), who would be slightly reduced, will not participate in Real Madrid’s match against Bilbao on Saturday. The Brazilian has received permission from the club. OK Diario specified that he asked to have a few days of rest before continuing with the 2026 World Cup. Which may have been shocking.

This Friday, Alvaro Arbeloa (43 years old) took stock of the subject. “He has obtained permission from the club for a personal matter, we do not know if he will be able to play tomorrow.” The Spanish technician will be able to count on other offensive players, including Kylian Mbappé.

Manu Tournoux

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Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.