""We always think about winning. Our objective isn't just eliminating Benfica," coach Arbeloa said in a news conference on Monday, when asked if he was out for revenge. "Our objective is winning the Champions League, it's not about revenge. It's about going through in the tie, that's why we're here.""
""[Benfica] haven't surprised me. I know what José's teams are like," Arbeloa said on Monday. "But this is a new game. It has nothing to do with the one three weeks ago.""
""We're good friends," Arbeloa said. "We always want the best for each other... All I can say is I always wish José all the best. But my objective is to eliminate Benfica.""
""[Mbappé] has come here with us to train," Arbeloa said. "Tomorrow you'll see if he plays or not.""
Real Madrid faces Benfica in a two-legged Champions League playoff after Benfica's 4-2 win at the Estadio Da Luz on Jan. 28, sealed by Anatoliy Trubin's 98th-minute header. Álvaro Arbeloa emphasized that the objective is winning the Champions League and advancing in the tie, not seeking revenge for the earlier result. Arbeloa noted familiarity with José Mourinho's teams and described the upcoming match as a new contest. Arbeloa and Mourinho maintain a good personal relationship, but Arbeloa reiterated his aim to eliminate Benfica. Kylian Mbappé travelled with the squad to train but his starting availability remains uncertain due to left-knee discomfort.
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