Real defeated Alaves on Tuesday night thanks to goals from Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr.
Arbeloa said afterwards: "This is not the first time it has happened; it has been demonstrated over many years. In recent months, Vini has been able to recover and has always made a great effort in moments when we faced very difficult situations. He has been able to carry the team on his shoulders.
"We cannot deny his constant attitude of wanting more, trying again, and not hiding. He has tremendous courage. He is a great madridista; he deeply feels the badge and the jersey. I am very happy when the crowd rewards him with applause. That is what I always expect from this relationship.”
On the jeers for Vini from a section of the home support, the coach also stated: “I don’t feel that it’s something widespread, nor that it happens every day, nor that it’s just about Vinicius. This is something we’ll live with forever, with the demands of this stadium and its fans. What they want is to always bring out the best in their players.
"When I was a player, I understood it the same way when I was whistled at—as a sign of demand, knowing what one can give and what one must give as a Real Madrid player. I am pleased with what Vinicius did today: turning those initial whistles into applause. He has done it many times, as have other players during today’s game. For me, that’s what matters.”