"In a team like Real Madrid, defeat is always difficult to handle due to the expectations and demands, but right now the only thing we are thinking about is [the Celta] match, coach Arbeloa said on Thursday. That's the only thing that concerns us."
"We're four points behind, not 18. This is Real Madrid. As long as we can mathematically fight, we will, and if there ever comes a time when we can no longer fight, we will still keep fighting, said Arbeloa, who replaced Xabi Alonso."
Real Madrid faces Celta Vigo on Friday at Balaidos Stadium after suffering consecutive La Liga defeats to Osasuna and Getafe. Currently trailing leader Barcelona by four points, Madrid aims to recover form before focusing on their Champions League round-of-16 tie against Manchester City next week. Celta sits in sixth place with four consecutive wins across league and Europa League competition. Coach Alvaro Arbeloa emphasizes the team's commitment to the Vigo match, stating that closing the gap to Barcelona remains achievable. Madrid and City have met in knockout rounds for four consecutive years, with Madrid advancing in the previous two encounters, though City won their regular season meeting this year.
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