Managing Madrid Podcast

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani is joined by Adrian Sousa of Rabona TV to help us preview Benfica vs Real Madrid this Wednesday. 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) Adrian Sousa (@Rabona_TV) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle discuss: Real Madrid's game management vs Villarreal Camavinga as the 6 vs Camavinga as LB Alvaro Carreras's defense Franco Mastantuono's lung We’ve finally decided Bellingham is a midfielder Arbeloa’s subs Rodrygo or Franco for the RW? 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) Leah Revelle (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@leahrevelle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Sam Sharpe, and Sam Leveridge discuss: Bernabeu atmosphere in Real Madrid's 6 - 1 win over Monaco Eduardo Camavinga left-back Alvaro Arbeloa’s approach with Vinicius is working Some negatives in this game before diving into what was good The Arda-Bellingham double 8 Mastantuono energy Kylian Mbappe interviews and work rate What happens when Rodrygo Goes returns? When Trent / Carvajal return, where does Fede go? 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) Sam Leveridge (@Samleveridge) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss: Bernabeu’s reaction to the players and president The first half performance vs Levante Alvaro Arbeloa’s in-game adjustments Arda Güler quietly just one assist shy of leading the league in assists Is Arbeloa afraid of Vinicius Jr / Florentino Perez? A conversation about Eduardo Camavinga Grada fans are too tied to the club 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) Lucas Navarrete (⁠⁠@LucasNavarreteM⁠⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Mehedi Hassan, Sam Sharpe, and Hridyam Arora discuss: Raw emotional reaction to a rock-bottom night The disappointing demeanour of the veterans Get ready for a deafening experience at the Bernabeu Alvaro Arbeloa's post-game quotes, starting XI, and overall tall task Vinicius Jr's performance and future at the club Why Real Madrid have deterred future great coaches from coming And much 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) Mehedi Hassan (@MhassanFootball) Hridyam Arora (@hridarora22) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Sam Sharpe discuss: Why the board deserves a lot of blame The toxic culture at the club The very important differences between Carlo Ancelotti and Xabi Alonso Raul Gonzalez kicking himself Alvaro Arbeloa’s tactical philosophy Is he versatile? The way he deals with players Which youth team players will Arbeloa use? Cestero, Pitarch, Cesar, Jimenez, Aguado, Valdepenas, Joan Martinez, Gabri Valero 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

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Matt Wiltse, Sam Sharpe, and Leah Revelle discuss: Alvaro Carreras's performance The different phases of play Rodrygo’s performance Vinicius Jr's performance Xabi Alonso's subs The lack of capable ball progressors in the team The issues we were disappointed with the most What are the MAIN reasons Real Madrid are struggling this season? What next? What can Xabi be blamed for and what the things are not in his control? How much is Florentino Perez to blame? 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) Leah Revelle (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@leahrevelle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Sam Sharpe (@CastillaStats) Matt Wiltse (@MattW_MM) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Jeremy Beren discuss: What’s changed since the 5 - 2? Pablo Barrios’s injury Julian Alvarez’s form The emergency of Marc Public Where Real Madrid can hurt Atletico 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) Jeremy Beren (⁠@JBBeren⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss: Just an entire Gonzalo Garcia swoon session Can Gonzalo and Mbappe coexist? Should GG start? Xabi talking about rushing Mbappe back Xabi Alonso deciding Jude Bellingham needs to start over Arda Güler Why do Real Madrid lose momentum after they score? Real Madrid’s inability to bait the press Xabi Alonso’s subs Vinicius Jr's performance Is there hope for Real Madrid in the Super Cup Fede’s performance 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

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani answers questions on: Kylian Mbappe's injury: Should he have played the Copa del Rey game? Who steps up without Mbappe now? The path to winning without Mbappe Kees Smit -- a good signing? Chema Andres and Jacobo Ramon Real Madrid's 'market opportunities' strategy now haunting them Why has Real Madrid's defense been so bad? Brahim Diaz's renewal 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

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani gives his reaction to ⁠Real Madrid’s 2 - 0 win over Sevilla in the last game of 2025. Discussed: The team’s defensive issues, player performances, and much much 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

For years, Managing Madrid has focused on analysis, reporting, and perspective — what happens on the pitch and what it means after. But matchdays are also shaped by everything happening around the game: the fans, the media, the buildup, and the atmosphere that never quite makes it into the written word. For the first time, we decided to document that side of the experience. The video embedded below is a behind-the-scenes matchday vlog from Real Madrid vs Manchester City, filmed from the perspective of a journalist covering the game. It captures moments with fans, media interactions, and the general chaos and energy that surrounds one of the biggest fixtures in European football. This isn’t meant to replace analysis or reporting. It’s an experiment — a way to show what a matchday actually feels like from inside the stadium and media environment, rather than just describing it afterward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle discuss: The worst 10-15 minutes of the season? Real Madrid’s starting XI vs Talavera Our defense isn’t good enough to sustain the lack of goal production.. Will Xabi Alonso last the season? Winter transfer market 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) Leah Revelle (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@leahrevelle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle discuss: Real Madrid’s starting XI Valdepeñas Jude Bellingham’s positioning Kylian Mbappe’s performance Vinicius Jr's performance Xabi’s in-game management Why do Real Madrid stop playing football after they score? 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) Leah Revelle (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@leahrevelle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani gives his pre-game thoughts the day before Real Madrid take on Manchester City in a pivotal Champions League group stage game. Discussed: Xabi Alonso’s job security, line-ups, 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