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Vinicius Is Leading Brazil In World Cup 2026

Jun 25, 202626 min

Spain 4 - 0 Saudi Arabia, Post-game Reaction, World Cup 2026

Jun 22, 202627 min

Vinicius Levitating, Güler Out, Dumfries Cooking. World Cup Recap, June 20

Jun 20, 202624 min

Reaction To Bellingham's Performance Vs Croatia. PLUS: What's Wrong With Portugal?

Jun 17, 202630 min

Reacting To Kylian Mbappe's Performance vs Senegal

Jun 16, 202648 min

Cucurella To Real Madrid And Jose Mourinho Is Moving Fast

Jun 15, 20262h 6m

Vinicius Golazo And Bouaddi Dominance -- Reaction To Brazil 1 - 1 Morocco

Jun 14, 202633 min

Does Bernardo Silva To Real Madrid Make Sense?

Jun 12, 202630 min

So About Real Madrid's 150m Galactico... Discussion With El Fayz

Jun 9, 20261h 2m

The Tactical Fit Of Real Madrid's (Theoretical) 150m Galactico

Jun 6, 20261h 2m

The Real Madrid Elections From A Socio's Perspective

Jun 4, 202652 min

What Will Jose Mourinho Need To Build Real Madrid? PLUS: Real Madrid Elections

May 28, 20261h 35m

Nico Paz's Return? Mbappe's Pressing? Mourinho's 10?

May 26, 202658 min

Carvajal & Alaba Post-game, May 24

May 24, 202616 min

Discussing Real Madrid's Presidential Election With The Global Madridista

May 20, 20261h 0m

Reaction To Florentino Perez's Historically Bizarre Press Conference

May 12, 202641 min

A Reflection On Barcelona 2 - 0 Real Madrid

May 11, 20262h 1m

The State Of Real Madrid Heading Into El Clasico

May 8, 202646 min

Espanyol Post-game, May 3

May 3, 202622 min

Klopp And Kroos At Real Madrid -- How Realistic Is It? Mailbag!

May 2, 202646 min

Who Can Real Madrid Sign As A Midfield Controller?

Apr 29, 20261h 24m

Alaves Post-game, April 21

Apr 21, 202637 min

A Reflection On Real Madrid's Champions League Elimination Against Bayern Munich

Apr 19, 202653 min

Final Thoughts Before Bayern Munich vs Real Madrid, 2nd leg (LIVE FROM ALLIANZ!)

Apr 14, 202615 min

Real Madrid Can't Gain Momentum (vs. Girona, 1-1)

Apr 11, 202621 min

A Reflection On Real Madrid's 1 - 2 Loss To Bayern Munich (1st Leg)

Apr 8, 20261h 17m

Scouting Bayern Munich: Can Real Madrid Beat Them?

Apr 6, 202633 min

Mallorca Post-game, April 4

Apr 4, 202623 min

How Arbeloa Has Gotten Real Madrid Back On Track

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss: Has Florentino Perez been vindicated for his decisions in the coaching / player market? Alvaro Arbeloa’s belief in the academy players What happens now that Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe are back? Arbeloa’s tactical philosophy in the past four games and what it means moving forward And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@KiyanSo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Matt Wiltse (⁠⁠⁠@Matt_MM⁠⁠⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 3, 202651 min

Global Madridista x Managing Madrid COLLAB: Talking Arbeloa, Mbappe's knee, and more.

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Miguel Barron (The Global Madridista) joins Kiyan Sobhani to discuss: How Real Madrid will function with the return of Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham Real Madrid's medical staff and story of Mbappe's knee How the Bernabeu's atmosphere has changed over the decades Florentino Perez's proposed ownership structure What should Real Madrid do in the transfer market this summer? Arbeloa's style 'feels like Real Madrid' And much more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Join our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discord Channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@KiyanSo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 30, 20261h 10m

Champions League Bracket Predictions

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle give their Champions League predictions: PSG vs Liverpool Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Sporting vs Arsenal And beyond! Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Join our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discord Channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@KiyanSo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Leah Revelle (@LeahRevelle) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 27, 202651 min

Can Real Madrid Win The Champions League? Who Starts When Everyone Is Healthy?

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani is joined by Sara Poraria of Sporty TV to discuss: - Real Madrid's chances of winning the Champions League - Are they among the elite this season? - What happens now that Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham are back? - Can Vinicius and Mbappe gel? - The new Champions League format - Is there too much football? - A discussion about VAR and poor officiating - AFCON ruling - La Liga resurgence? - And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid (or ⁠⁠YouTube membership⁠⁠) Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for ⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠ fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (⁠⁠@KiyanSo⁠⁠) Sara Poraria (@SaraPoraria) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 23, 20261h 17m

2nd leg PREVIEW: Manchester City vs Real Madrid, Champions League 2025 - 2026

On this ⁠episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast⁠, Kiyan Sobhani gives his thoughts ahead of Real Madrid's game in the Etihad vs Manchester City in the second leg of the Champions League round-of-16. Discussed: Fede Valverde's role, line-up decisions for both teams, and more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid (or ⁠⁠YouTube membership⁠⁠). Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for ⁠⁠⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠⁠⁠ fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (⁠⁠⁠⁠@KiyanSo⁠⁠⁠⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 17, 202614 min

A Reflection On Real Madrid Humbling Manchester City, With Graham Hunter And Kiyan Sobhani

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Graham Hunter joins Kiyan Sobhani to discuss: - How Real Madrid surprised everyone - Fede Valverde masterclass - Pep Guardiola's gamble - Alvaro Arbeloa, the 'player whisperer' - Thiago Pitarch brilliance - The Bernabeu's grass issues - And more. Check out Graham Hunter's channel: Revista de la Liga Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@KiyanSo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Graham Hunter (@BumperGraham) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 12, 202651 min

Can Real Madrid Beat Manchester City? 1st Leg Preview!

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani previews Real Madrid's 1st leg matchup with Manchester City. Topics: - Who is the favourite? - Starting XIs - Key matchups - Alvaro Arbeloa's tactical approach - And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@KiyanSo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 10, 202631 min

What's Changed Since Xabi Alonso Left Real Madrid?

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Mehedi Hassan discuss: The differences between Xabi-ball and Arbeloa-ball Real Madrid’s football identity over the past few years The amount of injuries right now What’s going to happy vs Manchester City? Kylian Mbappe’s situation The TWO things Real Madrid don’t have vs City this year Real Madrid's inability to be adaptable Vinicius Jr and Fede Valverde's uptick in form Would Lionel Scaloni be a good fit for Real Madrid? How about Jurgen Klopp? High hopes for Thiago Pitarch And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@KiyanSo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Mehedi Hassan (⁠@MhassanFootball⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 4, 202656 min

A Discussion On Fede Valverde, Franco Mastantuono, Rodrygo's ACL Injury, And more.

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Don Amancio discuss: Rodrygo Goes's ACL injury Some impressive Fede Valverde numbers His minutes / mileage and the amount of ground he covers Trent Alexander-Arnold’s defence Fede’s unstoppable ball carrying The main issue with Franco Mastantuono The Pintus effect Thiago Pitcarch Eder Militao’s absence And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@KiyanSo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Don Amancio (⁠@DonShelby__⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 4, 20261h 2m

Getafe Post-game, March 2

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani breaks down Real Madrid’s loss against Getafe: Aimless offense, frantic defense, Arbeloa’s subs, player performances, Thiago Pitarch’s debut, Kylian Mbappe’s injury, and much more more from a disastrous performance and night at the Bernabeu. Join our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discord Channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@KiyanSo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 2, 202636 min

Real Madrid vs Benfica Preview, 2nd Leg, with RabonaTV

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Adrian Sousa discuss: - Benfica's disappointing reaction to everything that happened in the first leg against Real Madrid - Jose Mourinho skipping the pre-game press conference - The path to Real Madrid getting eliminated - The key Benfica's attack - And more. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for ⁠Real Madrid⁠ fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (⁠@KiyanSo⁠) Adrian Sousa (⁠@Rabona_TV⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 24, 202628 min

Ask Kiyan Anything: Mbappe's Positioning, Arda Güler...

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani answers questions about: Raul, Bale, Benzema -- RANKED Why Vinicius, Mbappe, and Bellingham struggle to play together Arda Güler's struggles The state of the Real Madrid fanbase Brahim Diaz redundancy Kylian Mbappe's fitness And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@KiyanSo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 23, 202646 min

Osasuna Post-game, Feb 21

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Sam Sharpe discuss: Alvaro Arbeloa’s biggest problem The subs against Osasuna Untouchable players Gonzalo Garcia's positioning The decision to start Dani Carvajal Victor Muñoz Kylian Mbappe's zone of operation Vinicius Jr and Fede Valverde's performance And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@KiyanSo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Sam Sharpe (⁠⁠⁠⁠@CastillaStats⁠⁠⁠⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 21, 202640 min

Zoom Q&A: Benfica Aftermath; Arbeloa Optimism

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani is joined by Madridistas live on Zoom to take questions about everything Real Madrid: Benfica, Vinicius, Arbeloa, post-Kroos era, tactics, and more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Join our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discord Channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@KiyanSo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 20, 20261h 42m

Vinicius UCL DNA, Benfica, And: Can Real Madrid Compete With Europe's Elite?

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Don Amancio discuss: Benfica’s stance on what happened last night Kylian Mbappe’s leadership Great to see a lot of ex-players standing up for Vinicius Jose Mourinho’s post-game comments Revisiting the ridiculous yellow card Vinicius received Deceiving stats from the Benfica game Video evidence UEFA can’t deny Vinicius’s insane UCL KO stats His partnership with Mbappe Mbappe’s staggering key passes stat Jarring stats from Real Madrid’s big games in the past two seasons Real Madrid’s goal conversion struggles Reasons for optimism And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@KiyanSo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Don Amancio (⁠@DonShelby__⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 18, 202659 min

A disgusting night. Benfica post-game, Feb 17

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani breaks down Real Madrid’s win over Benfica: Shameful racism, disgusting behaviour, and, though it was overshadowed, a very solid performance from Real Madrid. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Join our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discord Channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@KiyanSo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 17, 202633 min

Real Sociedad Post-game, Feb 14

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani breaks down Real Madrid's 4-1 win over Real Sociedad: The Trent Alexander-Arnold masterclass, Trent + Fede combo on the right, Vinicius, Gonzalo, Huijsen, and much more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Join our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discord Channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@KiyanSo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Lucas Navarrete (⁠⁠⁠@LucasNavarreteM⁠⁠⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 14, 202624 min

What Is Real Madrid's Ceiling This Season?

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Faysal discuss Real Madrid's ceiling this season, the importance of Trent Alexander-Arnold, Real Madrid's midfield problems, the way Alvaro Arbeloa is using Gonzalo Garcia, and more -- including a couple hot takes. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Faysal (@elfayz_) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 11, 20261h 9m

Debunking Myths About Arda Güler With Data

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Don Amancio discuss: Arda Güler's insane chance creation / assist analytics Debunking false narratives about him His defence — underrated? Insane pressing numbers His corner stats The “he’s not good enough for Real Madrid” narrative How can him and Jude Bellingham co-exist? Real Madrid underperforming their xG for nearly 2 years And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@KiyanSo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Don Amancio (@DonShelby__) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 5, 202648 min

Real Madrid's Squad Construction Has Gone Wayward

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss: Real Madrid’s squad building over the past few years Where did it go wrong? Where has Real Madrid’s ruthlessness gone? Making tough decisions this summer The sample size of 2 years of what works and what doesn’t Under the radar signings Real Madrid’s culture Lack of leadership in the squad and on the field Handcuffing yourself to contracts And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@KiyanSo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Matt Wiltse (⁠⁠@Matt_MM⁠⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 4, 202643 min

Rayo Post-game, Feb 1

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani gives his reaction to ⁠Real Madrid’s win over Rayo Vallecano in La Liga at the Bernabeu. Discussed: Bellingham's injury, players out of position, Real Madrid's problems, and more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid (or ⁠⁠YouTube membership⁠⁠) Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for ⁠⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠⁠ fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (⁠⁠⁠@KiyanSo⁠⁠⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 1, 202619 min

Benfica Post-game: A disastrous night

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani gives his reaction to ⁠Real Madrid’s loss away to Benfica in the final Champions League group stage match. Discussed: Vinicius, Mastantuono, Güler, Arbeloa, Bellingham, and a ton more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid (or ⁠⁠YouTube membership⁠⁠) Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for ⁠⁠⁠Real Madrid⁠⁠⁠ fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (⁠⁠⁠@KiyanSo⁠⁠⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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