Ancelotti on Mbappe’s position: “I see him playing upfront”
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti visited John Obi-Mikel’s podcast and talked about Kylian Mbappe’s future position on the field while also discussing his plans for...
WATCH: Camavinga Slide-tackling People’s Souls
Welcome to a new series on Managing Madrid: Highlight packages and player comps! As we delve into more and more video content, we’ll also be...
Mendy set to extend contract with Real Madrid until 2027 -report
Real Madrid left-back Ferland Mendy has reached an agreement with the club over a contract extension which will keep him in the club until 2027....
Florentino Perez’s Heartfelt Tribute to Nacho at Farewell Ceremony
Today marked an emotional farewell for Nacho Fernandez, one of Real Madrid’s most decorated players, as he bid adieu to his boyhood club. The ceremony,...
Nacho in his farewell: “I ask that you remember me as a youth product who gave everything for Real Madrid”
In front of an audience including team-mates of past and present, including the likes of Carlo Ancelotti, Raúl, Santiago Solari, Álvaro Arbeloa, Lucas Vázquez, Fran...
Real Madrid, Ferland Mendy getting close to agreement on contract extension — report
Real Madrid and Ferland Mendy have accelerated talks on a new deal for the French full-back, with the deal ‘being close to a reality’, according...
Open Thread: July 23, 2024
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Managing Madrid Podcast: Castilla Corner: Official departures and more exit rumours
In this episode of the Castilla Corner episode, Hridyam Arora and Sam Sharpe discuss: Nico Paz to Leganes rumors Some contracts that are about to...
Drawing Board: Florentino’s Loyalty Test
Welcome to our drawing board, where our resident cartoonist, Finn, will sling out some dope and exclusive art for you — usually on the back...
Karim Benzema: “Real Madrid are always the best team in the world”
Real Madrid legend Karim Benzema did an interview with MARCA that got published on Sunday night. They talked about Real Madrid, Al Ittihad, the new...
Real Madrid won’t sell Lunin for less than €30 million -report
Real Madrid goalkeeper Andriy Lunin appears to be on his way out of the club even after a very successful season between the sticks. Lunin...
Vazquez: “Becoming a captain at Real Madrid is special, it consolidates all my years here”
Lucas Vazquez, who has been a mainstay in this Real Madrid squad for the last eight years, has officially renewed his contract till 2025, which...
Paulo Iago set to join Sporting Lisbon
Numerous media outlets have reported that 17-year old Real Madrid midfielder Paulo Iago is on the verge of leaving the club to join Sporting Lisbon...
Chelsea Eyes Andriy Lunin as Departure from Real Madrid Looms
Andriy Lunin is expected to leave Real Madrid this summer and join Chelsea, according to a report from Spanish radio station Onda Cero. The Ukrainian...
Real Madrid confirm date and time of Endrick’s presentation
Real Madrid have officially announced that new signing Endrick Felipe will be presented as a madridista on July 27th. The event will take place at...
DISCUSSION: Cule’s Want To Give The Ballon D’or To… Who?!
When the 2023 – 2024 season concluded with Real Madrid beating Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League Final, it was quite clear that Vinicius Jr...
Open Thread: July 18, 2024
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Failure is an Option: Why Missing Out on Prospects like Leny Yoro is Part of Madrid’s Model
Losing out on Leny Yoro is undeniably a blow. Make no doubt about it, Real Madrid and their executive team felt the transfer was wrapped...
Real Madrid target Yoro set to complete €62 million move to Manchester United -report
Lille defender Leny Yoro is currently flying on his way to Manchester to complete his signing for United, according to a report from The Athletic’s...
Mbappe Is Ready To Fit Real Madrid On A Tactical And Emotional Level
These observations — where I look at Real Madrid’s history, its players on loan, Castilla, tactical tidbits, and other relevant thoughts — are now a...
Highlights From Kylian Mbappe’s Presentation At The Bernabeu
“This club is the most loved and admired in the world,” Real Madrid president Florentino Perez said today before welcoming Kylian Mbappe into his presentation....
Churros y Tácticas Podcast: Euro 2024 Reflection + Carvajal Greatness
AUDIO: VIDEO: On this episode of the Churros y Tácticas Podcast: Spain’s ‘inevitability’ Their evolution since Euro 2020 England — building up to something great...
Real Madrid kick off 2024 preseason stage
Real Madrid will begin their 2024 preseason stage this Monday, with the usual medical exams taking place during the morning and the first training session...
Managing Madrid Podcast: Spain 2 – 1 England, Euro 2024 Final Post-game
AUDIO: VIDEO: CHICAGO PODCAST TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/managing-madrid-podcast-live-in-chicago-tickets-928527198847 NEW YORK PODCAST TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/managing-madrid-podcast-live-in-new-york-city-tickets-924744574917?aff=oddtdtcreator On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Siddharth Ramsundar discuss:...
The Euro Final: 14 July 2024
A Word From the Author mrs. madrista: Why are you still going — what’s the point…? Juninho: I’m here to tell world I’m from [redacted]....
Endrick: “With Mbappé coming, our team looks like it is from a video game”
In a recent interview he did with L’Equipe, Real Madrid’s latest starboy Endrick talked about how excited he is to join the club, and a...
The Countdown: 13 July 2024
Photo by Mika Volkmann/Getty Images Another Lisan Al-Ghaib Edition of the Daily Merengue A Word From the Lisan Al-Ghaib Javz: So what will you do?...
School Of Real Madrid: Who is Real Madrid’s First Ever Superstar, Pahiño?
The School of Real Madrid, a video concept created in 2019 by Managing Madrid’s Kiyan Sobhani and Om Arvind which provides Real Madrid analysis through...
Lunin: “My future is on Real Madrid’s hands now”
Real Madrid goalkeeper Andriy Lunin has cast doubt on his future at the club with his contract set to expire next summer. In an interview...
DISCUSSION: Real Madrid’s Center-back Situation
In a recent Instagram clip shared by Managing Madrid, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss Real Madrid’s center-back situation for next season. (The full episode,...
Daily Thread: 11 July 2024
A Word From the Author Apologies but this DT will be short. Sometimes life lifes and you gotta handle other business. Be back with the...
Nacho on move to Saudi Arabia: “Money played a key role and I needed a radical change”
Nacho Fernandez explained his departure from Real Madrid in an exclusive interview with El Chiringuito de Jugones while at the Spain camp for Euro 2024....
Gouden Jongen: 10 July 2024
A Word From the Author “So how’s it been?” — Ezek IX “….it’s whatever” — Juninho Welcome to The Daily Merengue — a place where...
Recap : Spain 2-1 France; Euros 2024
France were up against Spain in the first semi-finals of the Euros 2024. Spain came into this after beating hosts Germany while France overcame Portugal...
Real Madrid, Lille advance negotiations for Yoro transfer -report
Real Madrid and Lille are progressing in negotiations over the transfer of central defender Lenny Yoro, with an agreement potentially valued at around €40 million,...
Churros y Tácticas Podcast: Euro 2024 Semi-final predictions! PLUS: Yamal vs Güler? Suarez vs Benzema?
AUDIO: VIDEO: On this episode of the Churros y Tácticas Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Diego Lorijn discuss: Reflecting on Mikel Merino’s goal and the entirety...
Rodrygo escapes injury after Nandez’s dangerous tackle
Real Madrid attacker Rodrygo Goes escaped a serious injury after Uruguay’s Nahitan Nandez’s dangerous tackle during the Copa America Quarterfinals which saw Brazil getting knocked...
Real Madrid to receive €12 million for Rafa Marin’s move to Napoli — report
Real Madrid Castilla graduate Rafa Marin is joining Napoli on a permanent transfer for a fee of €12 million, according to Fabrizio Romano. In a...
Lunin still undecided about Real Madrid contract extension
Real Madrid goalkeeper Andriy Lunin remains undecided about signing a contract extension with the club, sources told Managing Madrid. His current deal expires in the...
England and Jude Bellingham through to the semi-finals
Gareth Southgate once represented something fresh and promising for England, taking a group of talented young players and taking them closer than ever before in...
Sie Sind Die Besten : 6 July 2024
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Toni Kroos and Antonio Rudiger crash out of Euro 2024 in heartbreaking fashion
Toni Kroos and Antonio Rudiger bowed out of Euros in gut-wrenching fashion as Mikel Merino scored a 120th-minute winner in extra-time to win it for...
Real Madrid prioritize Mendy’s contract extension ahead of 2024-25 season -report
Real Madrid are prioritizing the contract extension of Ferland Mendy, aiming to reach an agreement with the French defender ahead of the 2024-25 season, according...
Managing Madrid Podcast: Mumbai Live Show with Peña Madridista Bombay
The Managing Madrid live show, hosted by Siddharth Ramsundar in collaboration with Peña Madridista Bombay, offered fans an immersive journey through Real Madrid’s past, present,...
Antonio Pintus extends his contract with Real Madrid
Real Madrid have decided to extend the contracts of two key members of their coaching staff: fitness coach Antonio Pintus and goalkeeper coach Luis Llopis....
DISCUSSION: Nico Paz’s Future – Managing Madrid
In a recent Instagram clip shared by Managing Madrid, Kiyan Sobhani delves into the future of Nico Paz. Is he ready to make a first...
Brahim: “I’m happy to be at Real Madrid and that great players are coming”
Real Madrid attacker Brahim Diaz completed a solid 2023-24 season for Real Madrid but is confident about improving next year even after the club signed...
Nico Paz close to joining Leganés on loan — report
Real Madrid Castilla star Nico Paz is close to leaving the club on loan to Leganés, according to MARCA. It was expected that Paz would...
The Numbers Narrative: USA 0-1 Uruguay
The match statistics reflect a balanced encounter, with both teams holding 50% possession. However, Uruguay created the more dangerous opportunities, with two big chances compared...
Ceballos interested in leaving Real Madrid -report
Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos wants to leave the club this summer, according to a report published today on The Athletic. Ceballos signed a contract...
Real Madrid update official roster on its website including Mbappe, Endrick, Modric and Lucas Vazquez
Real Madrid have updated their official roster on Realmadrid.com to include new signings Kylian Mbappe and Endrick, who were not there even though their signings...
Dani Carvajal and Spain reach Euro 2024 quarter-final with comeback win over Georgia
Spain had to battle to take on Georgia in Cologne, eventually breaking down their opponent’s resolve to seal a 4-1 victory as the two teams...
Daily Thread : 30 June 2024
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Antonio Rudiger and Toni Kroos impress yet again as Germany advance to the quarter-finals
Real Madrid’s Toni Kroos and Antonio Rudiger had great performances yet again as Germany beat Denmark 2-0 to book their tickets to the quarter-finals of...
Daily Thread : 29 June 2024
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Managing Madrid Podcast: Real Madrid Hot Takes With Faysal And Kiyan
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Real Madrid interested in Calafiori signing -report
Real Madrid has reportedly set its sights on Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori, according to a La Gazzetta dello Sport report on Friday. The young Italian...
Las Blancas Podcast: So Long 2023-24 season
On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita review Real Madrid’s 2023-24 season and hand out awards for the season. Talking...
Managing Madrid Podcast: Castilla Corner: Departures, hypotheticals and transfer rumours
In this edition of the Castilla Corner podcast, hosted by Hridyam Arora and Sam Sharpe, we discuss key departures, hypothetical scenarios, and what an ideal...
Remembering the Top 13 Matches That Defined Nacho’s Legacy at Real Madrid
Nacho was the last of his kind. From the 21st century, he sits with Guti, Casillas, and Carvajal as players to spend nearly their entire...
Daily Thread : 26 June 2024
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England top the group with another draw…
After two mediocre games, you’d expect the already qualified England to be a tad more experimental and give the exciting young players available to them...
Daily Thread : 25 June 2024
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Joselu features as Spain coast past Albania before Euro knock-outs
Real Madrid’s involvement was limited as Spain coach Luis de la Fuente opted to rest and rotate several key players for their dead rubber 1-0...
Daily Thread : 24 June 2024
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Toni Kroos, Antonio Rudiger give it their all in Germany’s 1-1 draw with Switzerland
Real Madrid’s Toni Kroos and Antonio Rudiger were involved in Germany’s 1-1 draw with Switzerland, where the hosts left it till the death to equalize...
Before the Storm… : 23 June 2024
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The numbers narrative: Türkiye 0-3 Portugal
Portugal’s control of the game was evident from the start. They dominated possession with 57%, completing 507 passes compared to Türkiye’s 372. Their passing accuracy...
Kylian Mbappe Demands €100 Million from PSG for Unpaid Salaries and Bonuses
Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe is demanding his former club, PSG, pay him €100 million in unpaid salaries and bonuses. According to a report from...
BREAKING: Mbappe not starting against Netherlands
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé will not feature in France’s starting lineup for their crucial Euro 2024 Group Stage match against the Netherlands. The team’s...
Still the best… ?: 21 June 2024
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Dani Carvajal Plays Full 90 In Spain’s Dominating 1-0 Victory Over Italy
Spain secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Italy, a win that underscores their dominance and guarantees their place in the knockout stages of the tournament....
Real Madrid waiting for Nacho’s decision to start negotiating for Yoro -report
Real Madrid has set its sights on Lille’s young center-back Leny Yoro, but their pursuit hinges on the future of veteran defender Nacho Fernandez, according...
Luka Modric plays full game as Croatia draw against Albania at the Euros 2024
Luka Modric and his Croatia side fell short once again and dropped points against Albania in their second game. The 2018 World Cup runners-up are...
Turkish Boy Wonder: 19 June 2024
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Managing Madrid Podcast: Arda Güler GOLAZO — REACTION
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Mixed Fortunes: 18 June 2024
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Kylian Mbappe starts for France; Camavinga, Tchouameni, Mendy on the bench
Kylian Mbappe will start for France in their opening Euro 2024 match against Austria. The remaining three Real Madrid players — Aurelien Tchouameni, Ferland Mendy...
Managing Madrid Podcast: England 1 – 0 Serbia, Post-game, Euro 2024
AUDIO: VIDEO: In the latest episode of Managing Madrid’s post-game podcast, hosts Kiyan Sobhani and Sam Sharpe dove into an in-depth analysis of England’s 1-0...
Bayern Munich decide to keep Alphonso Davies this summer -report
Bayern Munich has taken a gamble on the future of star defender Alphonso Davies, opting to retain him for the upcoming season despite interest from...
Aurelien Tchouameni set to feature for France vs Netherlands on Friday — report
Aurelien Tchouameni should be ‘ready’ to feature for the first time in Euro 2024 against the Netherlands on Friday — in France’s second game of...
Open Thread: June 15, 2024
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Managing Madrid Podcast: Germany 5 – 1 Scotland, Post-game, Euro 2024
AUDIO: VIDEO: In the immediate aftermath of Germany’s commanding victory over Scotland, Kiyan Sobhani and Hridyam Arora of the Managing Madrid Podcast went live on...