Arbeloa described Mbappe's arrival as an "extraordinary stroke of luck," noting that the forward understands the responsibility of wearing the Madrid shirt. He acknowledged that Mbappe's presence forces tactical adjustments compared to other attackers.
Regarding the upcoming clash, the manager praised Bayern Munich as a "well-drilled" and aggressive side under Vincent Kompany. He emphasized the need for Madrid to rise to the occasion at the Bernabéu against a top-tier opponent.