Mourinho continues to cast shadow over Spain

Mourinho parted company with Real a week ago and was presented as Chelsea coach on Monday but as the world and European champions prepared for a warm-up match against Ireland in New York on Tuesday, his presence was still being felt.

Spain defender Arbeloa, a supporter of Mourinho, has suggested the former Inter Milan boss was let down by members of the dressing room during his time at the Bernabeu.

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