Managing Madrid Podcast

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR LOS ANGELES PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR DALLAS PODCAST On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Kanita and Yash Thakur discuss Real Madrid’s summer signings and look forward to the upcoming FIFA Women’s World Cup. Talking points: Impact of departures on the club A breakdown of Oihane Hernandez’ playstyle Impact of Oihane replacing Lucía on team’s age profile A deep dive into the playstyles of Hayley Raso Raso’s availability issue Raso competing with Athenea and Naomie Feller A closer look at Signe Bruun and her aerial prowess How to harness the best of Bruun Minutes distribution among the strikers How does Mylene Chavas compare to Misa in terms of cross collection Preview for the upcoming FIFA Women’s World Cup and a look at the Madridistas involved Did you enjoy this podcast? Please consider supporting us through Patreon for more bonus content: 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite) Kanita (@KaniFroh) Las Blancas (@Las_Blancas) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR LOS ANGELES PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR DALLAS PODCAST https://linktr.ee/managingmadrid On last week’s world famous Real Madrid mailbag that goes up every week exclusively for Managing Madrid Patrons, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete spent an entire episode answering questions from fans. Topics last week included: Kylian Mbappe, Dani Ceballos’s injury, Arda Güler, and much more. The clip we’ve uploaded for free on YouTube this week is a question asking us to give our top-five Toni Kroos moments in a Real Madrid shirt. The full episode can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/y9cw3td3 Audio version for your podcast app: Enjoy, subscribe, and comment, and let us know your thoughts on the above video. Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Apple: https://apple.co/3tJ6qY9 Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/364lzLx Join the Patreon army for a ton on bonus content: Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR LOS ANGELES PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR DALLAS PODCAST On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss: What sources have told Managing Madrid about the Kylian Mbappe to Real Madrid situation. Why it’s important to sift through the noise to find real information Engagement prioritizing quality Lucas’s track record of breaking / exclusive news El Chiringuito’s ‘breaking news’ last night Is it worth tuning into Chringuito? Kylian Mbappe’s loyalty bonus 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) Lucas Navarrete (@LucasNavarrete) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR LOS ANGELES PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR DALLAS PODCAST On this episode of Castilla Corner, Ruben and Hridyam discuss: How could Vinícius Tobias improve his game? The future of Sergio Arribas How much should Real Madrid demand for Castilla players? Rafa Marín leaving without getting his first-team debut Deciding which players should be sent to Real Madrid C Next Castilla captain 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: (@CastillaCorner) Ruben Skjerping (@RubenPMN) Hridyam Arora (@hridarora22) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR LOS ANGELES PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR DALLAS PODCAST On this episode of Castilla Corner, Ruben and Hridyam discuss: The difference in quality between Italy and Spain’s previous opponents The performances of Manuel Ángel, César Palacios and Gonzalo García Which player has been the most impressive during the tournament? Should Real Madrid consider registering Arda Güler with Castilla? Will Rafa Marín, Sergio Arribas and Carlos Dotor join Real Madrid’s pre-season tour? Endrick improving his situation at Palmeiras Pre-season memories 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: (@CastillaCorner) Ruben Skjerping (@RubenPMN) Hridyam Arora (@hridarora22) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR LOS ANGELES PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR DALLAS PODCAST This was a small clip for this week’s podcast with CBS Sports’s PSG correspondent Jonathan Johnson which went up exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. The full episode (25 minutes long) elaborated much more on Kylian Mbappe’s relationship with PSG and how likely a transfer with Real Madrid is this summer. We’ve cut out a free clip for those who haven’t become Patrons yet. In this clip, Kiyan Sobhani and Jonathan Johnson discuss the relationship between Mbappe and PSG, and more. The full episode can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/5xnv5dhe Audio version for your Podcast app: Enjoy, subscribe, and comment, and let us know your thoughts on the above video. Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Apple: https://apple.co/3tJ6qY9 Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/364lzLx Join the Patreon army for a ton on bonus content: Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR LOS ANGELES PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR DALLAS PODCAST This was a one-hour clip from last week’s Managing Madrid live Zoom podcast (emergency Arda Güler episode) which went up exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. The full episode, two hours long, also featured a big Q&A session with fans live on the call, and much more. We’ve cut out a free video clip here for those who haven’t become Patrons yet. In this clip, Kiyan Sobhani and Mehedi Hassan discuss Güler’s best player comps, who he’ll compete with in the squad, his strengths and weaknesses, how he’ll pan out, and more. The full episode can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/3977czxw Enjoy, subscribe, and comment, and let us know your thoughts on the above video. Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Apple: https://apple.co/3tJ6qY9 Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/364lzLx Join the Patreon army for a ton on bonus content: Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR LOS ANGELES PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR DALLAS PODCAST On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani discusses: Should Eder Militao play right back? Arda Güller —can he be reinvented into a Luka Modric? Is Xabi Alonso better suited than Zinedine Zidane in 2024? Is Kyle Walker a good option? Real Madrid’s best XI if Kylian Mbappe arrives Start / bench / sell: Xabi Alonso, Casemiro, Claude Makelele Will there be a formation change next season? 2022 - 2023 player of the season And much 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) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR LOS ANGELES PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR DALLAS PODCAST On this episode of Castilla Corner, Ruben and Hridyam discuss: Spain’s impressive opening games in the European Under-19 Championship What could we expect from Manuel Ángel next season? César Palacios’ new role Could Gonzalo García start ahead of Álvaro Rodríguez? Castilla players getting close to 100 games Comparing Arda Güler to Martin Ødegaard How does the signing of Güler impact Sergio Arribas’ future at Real Madrid? Should Real Madrid promote their talents earlier? 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: (@CastillaCorner) Ruben Skjerping (@RubenPMN) Hridyam Arora (@hridarora22) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR LOS ANGELES PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR DALLAS PODCAST On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Matt and Ruben discussed: The management strategy of Real Madrid, focusing on their shift towards signing young players and developing them within the club. The changing dynamics of the transfer market, with the Premier League’s growth and the need for clubs to adapt to evolving trends. 0:07 How can Real Madrid continue to stay ahead of the pack? Scouting and attracting the best young coaches from around the world to develop the tactical foundation of the young players in the academy. 10:17 Ruben and Matthew discussed the potential benefits and concerns of Real Madrid’s youth policy and their approach to signings. They also raised concerns about the competitiveness of La Liga and the club’s tendency to focus on specific positions in the transfer market. 20:30 The importance of loyalty and player value in the club. Should the club be more ruthless in making decisions and highlighted the contrasting approaches of other clubs like Barcelona. 30:30 Catalina Miñarro Brugarolas as Florentino’s successor? Past presidents of Real Madrid and the importance of maintaining stability during transitions. 40:31 La Liga’s potential talent drain and long-term issues with competitiveness. 51:49 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Matt Wiltse (@MattWiltse4) Ruben Skjerping (@RubenPMN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR DALLAS PODCAST On this week’s world famous Real Madrid mailbag that goes up every week exclusively for Managing Madrid Patrons, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete spent an entire episode answering questions from fans. Topics this week included: Arda Guler player comps, why Real Madrid aren’t trying to sign a right-back, and much more. The clip we’ve uploaded for free on YouTube this week is a question asking us to give our thoughts on whether or not Kylian Mbappe’s lack of Champions League success at PSG is something to consider for Real Madrid. There’s also a bonus discussion on Real Madrid’s starting attack next season if the squad stays the same. The full episode can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/bdzdvpyk Enjoy, subscribe, and comment, and let us know your thoughts on the above video. Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Apple: https://apple.co/3tJ6qY9 Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/364lzLx Join the Patreon army for a ton on bonus content: Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR DALLAS PODCAST On last week’s world famous Real Madrid mailbag that goes up every week exclusively for Managing Madrid Patrons, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete spent an entire episode answering questions from fans. Topics last week included: Was Carlo Ancelotti’s strategy in the Champions League different last season than it was the year prior? What is the best seat to sit in at the Bernabeu? And much more. The clip we’ve uploaded for free on YouTube this week is a question asking us to give our thoughts on whether or not Real Madrid should pursue Kylian Mbappe, and how he would fit tactically. The full episode can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/mrxjjz7v Enjoy, subscribe, and comment, and let us know your thoughts on the above video. Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Apple: https://apple.co/3tJ6qY9 Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/364lzLx Join the Patreon army for a ton on bonus content: Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR DALLAS PODCAST On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Siddharth Ramsundar, and Ali Elfakharany discuss: Why Real Madrid fans should be optimistic for the future Should Luka Modric have been renewed? What does his continuation mean for Carlo Ancelotti’s lineup selections next season? Kylian Mbappe plan B Will Ancelotti start Bellingham as a fourth midfielder? If not Real Madrid, where is Mbappe’s next destination? Will Mbappe be forgiven by Real Madrid fans? At what point will Real Madrid find out if they will or won’t get Mbappe, and what options does that leave? Harry Kane vs Victor Osimhen Should Real Madrid invest in a right winger? Arda Guller Some younger striker options The problem at right-back Why Modric is such a unique legend and why his contract is tricky Where does Brahim Diaz fit? What is actually Real Madrid’s best starting midfield? Will the Saudi Arabia money eventually make them the best league in the world? Will Barcelona and Real Madrid every be privately owned? Will Saudi ever swoop up Juni Calafat? And much 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Siddharth Ramsundar (@TacticalFouling) Ali Elfakharani (@alifakharany) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR DALLAS PODCAST This episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast comes in two parts. Part One: Re-doing Real Madrid’s transfer with Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse Quick thoughts on Castilla loss Raul Gonzalez’s mistakes Standouts and poor performers Zinedine Zidane’s quote about the evolution of football Should Antonio Rudiger have been signed? Should Alvaro Odriozola have been brought back from Fiorentina? Was Reece James attainable last summer? Should we have signed Mazraoui? Should we have taken a gamble on Joao Cancelo? Reflecting on the Martin Odegaard sale A crazy exodus in 2020 - 2021 Should we have kept Achraf Hakimi? Sergio Reguilon The absolutely ridiculous summer of 2019 - 2020 Theo Hernandez Cristiano Ronaldo Gareth Bale And so much more. Part Two: Castilla Corner with Ruben Skjerping and Hridyam Arora Explaining why Castilla were eliminated with a draw The importance of conceding just before half time Another Arribas tribute Obrador’s fantastic first half The number of free kicks without yellow cards Álvaro’s performance Óscar Aranda How happy should we be with Raúl’s work? What to expect from Castilla next season Trying to look at the positives – are there any advantages to not being promoted? 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Matt Wiltse (@MattWiltse4) (@CastillaCorner) Ruben Skjerping (@RubenPMN) Hridyam Arora (@hridarora22) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST On this episode of Castilla Corner, Ruben and Hridyam discuss: Would it be the right decision to keep Vinícius Tobias for another season? The reported details in Real Madrid’s loan agreement with Shakhtar Lucas Vázquez ending his contract in 2024 Will Vinícius Tobias hinder other promising fullbacks in the academy? Did Raúl drop him because of his contract ending? The possibilities of Vinícius Tobias featuring for the first team next season LaLiga Promises: Alberto Ruiz and Esteban Granero Would Joselu, Arribas and Álvaro be good enough to win us trophies? 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: (@CastillaCorner) Ruben Skjerping (@RubenPMN) Hridyam Arora (@hridarora22) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Seb Stafford-Bloor discuss: Seb’s article about Jude Bellingham in The Athletic (linked here) Bellingham the person, not the footballer Why his personality, charisma, humility, really matters How blown away we were with his Real Madrid presentation His ‘combative’ side Birmingham retiring his no.22 shirt What could he improve on at Real Madrid? Is Bellingham a ‘new breed’ of British footballer? 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) Seb Stafford-Bloor (@SebSB) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST On last week’s world famous Real Madrid mailbag that goes up every week exclusively for Managing Madrid Patrons, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete spent an entire episode answering questions from fans. Topics this week included: Do Real Madrid lack leaders for next season? Who is the next club ambassador? What are our thoughts on the new kit? And more. The clip we’ve uploaded for free on YouTube this week is a question asking us to give our thoughts on Jude Bellingham taking Zinedine Zidane’s number five shirt. Also in here: Will the new Champions League format benefit Real Madrid? What was the biggest difference between Toni Kroos and Xabi Alonso? And, most importantly, who are the best looking players in the Real Madrid squad? The full episode can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/34dw8ftb Enjoy, subscribe, and comment, and let us know your thoughts on the above video. Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Apple: https://apple.co/3tJ6qY9 Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/364lzLx Join the Patreon army for a ton on bonus content: Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Euan McTear discuss: Should Fran Garcia be playing more for Spain? Luka Modric’s performance and coming so close yet again Has the UEFA Nations League been a positive addition? Spain’s body language in the PK shootout? David Carvajal: underrated PK taker How good is Spain actually? Nacho’s tackle / injury Carvajal’s post game quotes Was Florentino Perez telling the truth to that fan about not signing any more players after Joselu? 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) Euan McTear (@emctear) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Castilla Corner, Ruben and Hridyam discuss: Sergio Arribas saves us again Just 20 % possession in the first half Silly individual mistakes Should Iker Bravo take more minutes from Álvaro Rodríguez? The difference in experience Another good performance from Nico Paz Brahim and Joselu vs Arribas and Álvaro Do we believe in Kylian Mbappé? Are squad numbers important? 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: (@CastillaCorner) Ruben Skjerping (@RubenPMN) Hridyam Arora (@hridarora22) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, Las Blancas crew discuss Real Madrid’s 2022-23 season and hand out Managing Madrid awards! Talking points: Review of Alberto Toril’s first full season as a manager Impact of Esther’s departure Role of Lorena and Claudia Florentina and their subsequent transfers Player of the season Most improved player Breakout star of the season Best goal of 2022-23 season Best game of 2022-23 season Prediction for next season Answering fan questions Did you enjoy this podcast? Please consider supporting us through Patreon for more bonus content: 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite) Kanita (@KaniFroh) Willi (@willi_k8) Las Blancas (@Las_Blancas) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Mehedi Hassan discuss: Thoughts on Real Madrid’s new kit Why Jude Bellingham is such an exciting signing His evolution over the past three seasons His ball carrying His progressive passes His dribbling And much 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: Mehedi Hassan (@Mhassanfootball) Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST This was a small clip for this week’s ‘Tuesday Tapas’ which went up exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. The full episode (35 minutes long) also touched on this week’s never-ending Kylian Mbappe saga (likelihood of signing, fan reactions, etc). We’ve cut out a free video clip (below) for those who haven’t become Patrons yet. In this clip, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss why Real Madrid’s transfer history might dictate that they won’t sign players over 30, especially expensive ones like Harry Kane. The full episode can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/2hyaacvx Enjoy, subscribe, and comment, and let us know your thoughts on the above video. Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Apple: https://apple.co/3tJ6qY9 Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/364lzLx Join the Patreon army for a ton on bonus content: Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani answers questions on: Did Inter Milan prove that Real Madrid could've defeated Manchester City? What is the best player comp for Jude Bellingham? Does Fran Garcia's arrival free up Eduardo Camavinga to play as a full time CM? Does Bellingham's arrival force Ancelotti to play a different brand of football? Is Rodrygo a good temporary (1-year) option for the striker role? 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) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST On this episode of Castilla Corner, Ruben and Hridyam discuss: An incredible remontada – when was the last time we saw scenes like this? Arribas scoring in his return after injury The players’ pressing and fighting spirit Raúl’s lineup The difficulty of Dotor’s goal Iker Bravo celebrating like crazy against his former club Raúl commenting that he’s most likely staying Another Endrick goal Next opponent: Eldense, a much more experienced side 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: (@CastillaCorner) Ruben Skjerping (@RubenPMN) Hridyam Arora (@hridarora22) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON SHOW On this week’s world famous Real Madrid mailbag that goes up every week exclusively for Managing Madrid Patrons, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete spent an entire episode answering questions from fans. Topics this week included: Are there any right-back options that Real Madrid are looking at? Should Carlo Ancelotti’s stint end before his contract finishes? And more. The clip we’ve uploaded for free on YouTube this week is a question asking us to give our thoughts on whether or not Harry Kane can replicate what Karim Benzema did after the age of 30. There is also a bonus clip where we give a brief history of Real Madrid’s heavy UCL group stage losses. Enjoy, subscribe, and comment, and let us know your thoughts on the video. The full episode can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/2ppab2md Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Apple: https://apple.co/3tJ6qY9 Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/364lzLx Join the Patreon army for a ton on bonus content: Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON SHOW This was a small clip from this week’s Managing Madrid live Zoom podcast (emergency Jude Bellingham episode) which went up exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. The full episode, 1.5 hours long, discussed back-up striker options (not named Harry Kane), how realistic a Kane signing is now, and much more. We’ve cut out a free video clip here for those who haven’t become Patrons yet. In this clip, Kiyan Sobhani and Siddharth Ramsundar discuss parallels between Bellingham, Eduardo Camavinga, and Luka Modric, as well as how to best use Bellingham and how Carlo Ancelotti can play different styles of football with the Englishman’s arrival. The full episode can be found here: https://shorturl.at/dhjm2 Enjoy, subscribe, and comment, and let us know your thoughts on the above video. Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Apple: https://apple.co/3tJ6qY9 Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/364lzLx Join the Patreon army for a ton on bonus content: Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Siddharth Ramsundar, and Matt Wiltse discuss: Karim Benzema’s insane Real Madrid CV How quickly he shot up the Real Madrid legacy rankings in the past few years The perfect Real Madrid legacy? The way Benzema took care of himself His stylistic evolution How does he compare to Luis Suarez and Robert Lewandowski Favourite hipster Benzema moments Was Benzema the most loved of the BBC trio? Was Benzema’s carry job in 2021 - 2022 more difficult than Cristiano Ronaldo’s? Benzema’s versatility A quick reflection on Eden Hazard “what if”: the Meunier tackle “what if” Hazard succeeded? What would’ve happened to Vincius Jr? Harry Kane. Essential now? Tom Brady’s insane diet Kai Havertz — yay or nay? A big debate on Kane and Havertz 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: Siddharth Ramsundar (@TacticalFouling) Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Matt Wiltse (@MattWiltse4) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LINK TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR HOUSTON PODCAST On this week’s world famous Real Madrid mailbag that goes up every week exclusively for Managing Madrid Patrons, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete spent an entire episode answering questions from fans. Topics this week included: Is Alphonso Davies a realistic signing? Why isn’t Real Madrid prioritizing the right-back position? Can Rodrygo Goes be a full-time center forward? And more. The clip we’ve uploaded for free on YouTube this week is a question asking us to give our thoughts on whether or not it would make sense to sign Harry Kane long term. There is also a bonus clip about the myth that English players don’t succeed at Real madrid. Enjoy, subscribe, and comment, and let us know your thoughts on the video. The full episode can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/ycks73cz Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Apple: https://apple.co/3tJ6qY9 Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/364lzLx Join the Patreon army for a ton on bonus content: Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Castilla Corner, Ruben and Hridyam discuss: What went wrong in the mini-Clásico? Raúl’s decision to play Pablo Ramón at right back The amount of individual mistakes An impressive performance from Nico Paz Is the team’s pressing having a toll on the players? Our evaluation of Raúl’s season Comparing Nico Paz to Sergio Arribas Spanish players’ mentality First team stuff 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: (@CastillaCorner) Ruben Skjerping (@RubenPMN) Hridyam Arora (@hridarora22) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Castilla Corner, Ruben and Hridyam discuss: Discussing the report on Real Madrid not willing to execute the buy option on Vinícius Tobias What are his strengths and weaknesses? His price tag His development since arriving at the club Raúl dropping him from the starting eleven Has playing as a wingback helped him or hindered him? Comparing him to Casemiro, who also started his Real Madrid career on loan at Castilla Other talented players being frozen out by Raúl 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: (@CastillaCorner) Ruben Skjerping (@RubenPMN) Hridyam Arora (@hridarora22) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani hops on YouTube live to answer questions from fans on: Karim Benzema — is he leaving? What will Real Madrid do if Benzema decides to leave? Would Harry Kane be a good signing? How about Roberto Firmino? Does it make sense to give Kane a long term contract? Thoughts on Brahim Diaz and Takefusa Kubo Can Carlo Ancelotti take the team far next season? And a ton, ton 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) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita analyze Real Madrid’s loss against Atletico Madrid in Copa de la Reina final on penalties. Talking points: The utter disappointment of what this match turned out to be Lineup discussion and how it was working Toletti’s header from a corner Ivana’s first goal for Real Madrid and some more appreciation for the captain The pouring rain - of bad decisions and the one from the sky Subbing off the entire starting attack to play a more defensive game Atlético earn their 92:48 moment in 90+5’ Fall of morale in the extra time Two strikers on bench, but a defensive midfielder comes on at 115’ The refusal to try fixing the game that should’ve already been won Disclosure about Maite and Tere Penalty shoot-out that turned out just as expected Toril’s statements QnA; possible striker and manager options on the market; Toril vs Esther; Svava’s match and penalty miss (and how it wasn’t her fault) Did you enjoy this podcast? Please consider supporting us through Patreon for more bonus content: 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite) Kanita (@KaniFroh) Las Blancas (@Las_Blancas) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast comes in two parts. Part One: Sevilla vs Real Madrid Post-game Does Rodrygo’s performance prove that he’s ready to lead Real Madrid’s attack in Benzema’s absence? Was Ancelotti right to bench Álvaro? Acuña’s tackle on Ceballos and the aftermath in social media Carlo Ancelotti’s comments on Asensio, Nacho and Ceballos A brief mention of the Copa de la Reina final And more. Part Two: Castilla Corner Castilla finish third – would we have taken this at the start of the season? Explaining how the playoffs work We face Barça B – how strong are we compared to them? Which players will get promoted to Castilla next season? Has the poor finish to the season changed our view of Raúl as a coach? The Zidane brothers 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Ruben Skjerping (@RubenPMN) Kristofer McCormack (@CastillaCorner) Hridyam Arora (@hridarora22) Sam Sharpe (@CastillaStats) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This was a small clip from this week’s Managing Madrid live Zoom podcast which went up exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. The full episode, nearly 1.5 hours long, discussed the next Real Madrid era, some under-discussed transfer options, established players vs Castilla players, and a ton more, including an interactive Q&A session. We’ve cut out a free video clip (below) for those who haven’t become Patrons yet. In this clip, Kiyan Sobhani and Ruben Skjerping discuss the difference in Zinedine Zidane and Carlo Ancelotti’s respective build-up structures, the most realistic options to replace Marco Asensio, Fede Valverde’s best position, Carlo Ancelotti’s analysis of Real Madrid’s offense and defense, and more. The full episode can be found here: https://shorturl.at/mtMW9 Enjoy, subscribe, and comment, and let us know your thoughts on the above video. Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Apple: https://apple.co/3tJ6qY9 Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/364lzLx Join the Patreon army for a ton on bonus content: Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita analyze Real Madrid’s 0-4 win over Athletic Club to qualify for the final of Copa de la Reina. Talking points: Standard lineup Caroline Weir takes the lead with a brilliant chip How the early injury of Valdezate ruined the game for Athletic Club The second goal being even better than the first one - Toletti’s volley Flawless team play of the third goal for Athenea to finish off Early changes...good sign? Weir locks in the scoresheet as soon as the second half begins A little bit about Moller-Nahikari The 5-minute intermission to attend a fan on the stands; a brief update Stand-out individual performances What’s waiting for us in the Madrid derby final? Did you enjoy this podcast? Please consider supporting us through Patreon for more bonus content: 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite) Kanita (@KaniFroh) Las Blancas (@Las_Blancas) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss: The latest updates since Sunday night The nonsensical “Vinicius provokes” accusation Super Deporte and horrible reporting Can there be point deductions for Valencia? Will the players refuse to play in the remaining games? Semantic arguments to justify racism The transcript from the Valencia game between the referee and the players How different media outlets have formed different narratives Does Vinicius Jr want to leave? 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) Lucas Navarrete (@LucasNavarrete) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita analyze Real Madrid’s 1-1 draw against Real Sociedad in the last league match of the season. Talking points: Story of seven lost minutes of the game Bad quality of the stream Toril’s lineup switch-up since the international break Nahikari and Lucía against their former club Real Sociedad’s topsy turvy season and attacking patterns Real Sociedad’s dominant first half Las Blancas’ lack of synergy from back to front Poor off-ball work from attacking duo of Nahikari-Møller La Real’s counter-press and movements from the forward line Strange triple change at half-time Nahikari’s well-taken goal against her former side & against the run of play Effect of game-state and Esther’s inclusion Inability to deal with runs in behind Bea Vélez’ debut Amaiur’s very well taken equalizer Meline’s final league game of her career Looking forward to the Copa de la Reina semi-final Did you enjoy this podcast? Please consider supporting us through Patreon for more bonus content: 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite) Kanita (@KaniFroh) Las Blancas (@Las_Blancas) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast comes in two parts, hosted by Kiyan Sobhani, Matt Wiltse, Ruben Skjerping, Hridyam Arora. Part One: Valencia post-game More racist abuse in La Liga not being dealt with Hugo Duro not getting any punishment for his chokehold on Vinicius J The VAR failure Comert kicking the ball at Vinicius during open play Some of the performances of the Real Madrid players Ferland Mendy Journalist tension with Carlo Ancelotti Ancelotti’s post-game quotes And more. Part Two: Castilla post-game Castilla losing out on the possibility of a direct promotion Another good game from Obrador – should he be considered for the first team? Álvaro Rodríguez vs Joselu The impact of Aranda, Álvaro Martín and Theo Zidane Finally something positive from Iker Bravo. Hridyam gives his hot take Real Madrid C also failing in their hunt for promotion 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: Ruben Skjerping (@RubenPMN) Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Matt Wiltse (@MattWiltse4) Hridyam Arora (@Hridarora22) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This was a small clip from this week’s Managing Madrid Post-game live Zoom podcast (Manchester City 4 - 0 Real Madrid) which went up exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. The full episode, two and a half hours long, discussed the performances of several players, tactical set-ups of both teams, and a ton more, including after match (transfers, coach, evolution) and a Q&A at the end. We’ve cut out a free video clip (below) for those who haven’t become Patrons yet. In this clip, Kiyan Sobhani, Euan McTear, Mehedi Hassan, Eduardo Alvarez, Matt Wiltse, Siddharth Ramsundar, and Ruben Skjerping discuss Real Madrid’s tactical failures, Carlo Ancelotti’s future, back-up striker signings, and more. The full episode can be found here: https://bit.ly/3ImFSUC Enjoy, subscribe, and comment, and let us know your thoughts on the above video. Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Apple: https://apple.co/3tJ6qY9 Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/364lzLx Join the Patreon army for a ton on bonus content: Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita analyze Real Madrid’s 3-2 comeback win over Levante in the last match at home of the season. Talking points: Toril’s lineup and formation change again Ivana’s 100th game for Madrid Who is more important asset to a team: Players or Coach? Esther’s treatment post international break Failure in harnessing the squad’s full potential Lack of synergy between the backline and goalkeeper Levante’s 4-4-2 diamond formation and pressing scheme Redondo’s ridiculous season and double whammy for Madrid Weir, Toletti and Feller’s ingenuity on the first goal Weir’s brace to save the day Caicedo and Weir connection Formation switch in the second half to defend lead and suboptimal use of squad again Lorena’s last cameo at home; farewell to Meline Linda Caicedo’s superb performance Did you enjoy this podcast? Please consider supporting us through Patreon for more bonus content: 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite) Kanita (@KaniFroh) Las Blancas (@Las_Blancas) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani gives his final reflection before tomorrow night’s massive second leg clash between Manchester City and Real Madrid in the Champions League semi-finals. Kiyan attended all four pre-game press conferences (Kyle Walker, Pep Guardiola, Luka Modric, Carlo Ancelotti) as well as both training sessions, and shares his insight on a busy day. Did you enjoy this podcast? Zoin us live on Zoom after game, 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s world famous Real Madrid mailbag that goes up every week exclusively for Managing Madrid Patrons, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete spent an entire episode answering questions from fans. Topics this week included: How important is the Bernabeu’s atmosphere? Would Ivan Fresneda be a good signing? Who fits better, Erling Haaland or Kylian Mbappe? And a ton more. The clip we’ve uploaded for free on YouTube this week is a question asking us to give our thoughts on where Eduardo Camavinga ranks among the world’s best left-backs. Kiyan and Lucas also discuss the upcoming 2nd leg vs Manchester City in the Champions League. Enjoy, subscribe, and comment, and let us know your thoughts on the above video. The full episode can be found here: https://bit.ly/3pCtIR9 Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Apple: https://apple.co/3tJ6qY9 Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/364lzLx Join the Patreon army for a ton on bonus content: Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this Patron-only episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Mehedi Hassan discuss: Eduardo Camavinga’s injury Carlo Ancelotti’s lineups and subs vs Getafe Getafe’s aggressive nature Why Vinicius Jr played Eden Hazard’s performance Ferland Mendy’s performance Will Antonio Rudiger start on Wednesday? Is it worth starting David Alaba at left-back vs Manchester City if it means benching Rodrygo Goes? Aurelien Tchouameni’s performance Marco Asensio’s best statistical season A rant against Vinicius haters Eurovision The football schedule And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Join our Manchester City post-game Zoom call 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 its 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, Ruben Skjerping and Hridyam Arora discuss: Another loss, meaning that the fight for direct promotion could be over Does the team lack experience? Does the club need to recruit older players in order to get Castilla promoted? The wing-back situation Is Álvaro ready to be the first team’s backup striker on a permanent basis? The state of the refereeing in Spain What would be better for Arbeloa: coaching Castilla, or being Ancelotti’s assistant? 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: (@CastillaCorner) Hridyam Arora (@hridarora22) Ruben Skjerping (@RubenPMN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This was a small clip from this week’s Managing Madrid Post-game live Zoom podcast (Real Madrid 1 - 1 Manchester City) which went up exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. The full episode, two hours long, discussed the performances of several players, tactical set-ups of both teams, and a ton more, including video break down and a Q&A at the end. We’ve cut out a free video clip (below) for those who haven’t become Patrons yet. In this clip, Kiyan Sobhani, Euan McTear and Ruben Skjerping discuss the performances of Toni Kroos, Eduardo Camavinga, Antonio Rudiger, Dani Carvajal, and more. The full episode can be found here: https://bit.ly/3VQe6Wl Enjoy, subscribe, and comment, and let us know your thoughts on the above video. Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Apple: https://apple.co/3tJ6qY9 Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/364lzLx Join the Patreon army for a ton on bonus content: Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Castilla Corner, Ruben and Hridyam discuss: 3-0 loss against a relegation side – what went wrong? Raúl’s decision to go with three centre backs Does Vinícius Tobias get treated differently for being Brazilian? What is Castilla’s best starting eleven? Endrick’s situation at Palmeiras, and whether he should be moved to a different position Arbeloa and Juvenil A continue to break all kinds of records We digress and go on a long discussion where we disagree on whether the first team’s league campaign has been as bad as everyone thinks 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: (@CastillaCorner) Hridyam Arora (@hridarora22) Ruben Skjerping (@RubenPMN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita analyze Real Madrid’s 0-2 win over Sevilla in matchday 28 of Liga F. Talking points: Toril’s approach to the league and lineup changes against Sevilla Moller’s rise in minutes recently Las Blancas’ crossing strategy and the role of Olga and Weir Excellent combination play between Toletti, Caicedo and Olga for the first goal Improved performance after the goal Martin-Prieto’s introduction in the game and Sevilla’s ascendency Martin-Prieto and Sousa duel, Prieto completely dominating Sousa; Sousa’s injury Athenea and Esther’s minute management Excellent counter-attack for the second goal; Caicedo’s decision making Caicedo’a maturity at 19 Toletti’s brilliant performance Freja’s role, performance and trajectory Did you enjoy this podcast? Please consider supporting us through Patreon for more bonus content: 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite) Kanita (@KaniFroh) Las Blancas (@Las_Blancas) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Siddharth Ramsundar discuss: Are Real Madrid playing mind games with Manchester City? Osasuna’s tactics How did Rodrygo’s early goal affect the Copa del Rey final? Should Rodrygo start vs City? *Will* he start vs City? What is the most realistic starting XI on Tuesday? Dani Carvajal’s performance How City will punish Real the way Osasuna couldn’t How Real deal with City’s press Antonio Rudiger needing to step up Are Real Madrid the best team City will face this season? What Osasuna impressed us with David Alaba and Toni Kroos completing football Vinicius Jr’s yellow card and our opinion on his ‘reactions’ Carlo Ancelotti’s post game quotes And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Join our Manchester City post-game Zoom call 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Siddharth Ramsundar (@TacticalFouling) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s world famous Real Madrid mailbag that goes up every week exclusively for Managing Madrid Patrons, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete spent an entire episode answering questions from fans. Topics this week included: Will Pep Guardiola ‘overthink’ his tactics against Real Madrid? Does Vinicius Jr need to become more versatile? And a ton more. The clip we’ve uploaded for free on YouTube this week is a question asking us to give our thoughts on whether or not Real Madrid miss Casemiro. Kiyan and Lucas also talked about how Real Madrid can fit Jude Bellingham into the lineup. Enjoy, subscribe, and comment, and let us know your thoughts on the above video. The full episode can be found here: https://bit.ly/3VzqHge Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Apple: https://apple.co/3tJ6qY9 Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/364lzLx Join the Patreon army for a ton on bonus content: Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This was a small clip from this week’s Managing Madrid Post-game live Zoom podcast (Real Sociedad 0 - 2 Real Madrid) which went up exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. The full episode, nearly two hours long, discussed the performances of every player on the field, tactical set-ups of both teams, Carlo Ancelotti’s post-game quotes, and a ton more, including video break down and a Q&A at the end. We’ve cut out a free video clip (below) for those who haven’t become Patrons yet. In this clip, Kiyan Sobhani and Euan McTear discuss how Real Madrid handled the development of Alvaro Rodriguez and Sergio Arribas, how they can improve their decision-making at the squad-building level, and more. The full episode can be found here: https://bit.ly/3p6Xz3Z Enjoy, subscribe, and comment, and let us know your thoughts on the above video. Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Apple: https://apple.co/3tJ6qY9 Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/364lzLx Join the Patreon army for a ton on bonus content: Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices