Managing Madrid Podcast

We attend every Real Madrid game as press, and release an episode near-daily. Tactics, analytics, formations, transfers, history, Castilla, Femenino. Join the largest Real Madrid podcast on the planet.

Sports
Soccer
451
An Arribas masterclass and a Castilla bloodbath
Ruben and Hridyam discuss a massive win
43 min
452
Almeria Post-Game, April 29
Matt and Ruben recap Real Madrid’s 4-2 win over Almeria.
56 min
453
More Bellingham reports; Rodrygo’s place vs City
Kiyan is joined on a live call by Madridistas for a 1-hour Q&A
63 min
454
Tactical fit: Haaland > Mbappe? (Patreon Clip)
Kiyan and Lucas also discuss their favourite and least favourite Real Madrid players ever
22 min
455
Las Blancas Podcast: Weir dependencia saves the...
Hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita analyze Real Madrid’s 2-1 win over Villarreal.
61 min
456
What is Manchester City’s biggest weakness?
Kiyan and Lucas also discuss potential line-ups
20 min
457
Real Madrid break Celta; Castilla fall in defeat
2 parter hosted by Kiyan, Mehedi, Ruben, and Hridyam
105 min
458
Las Blancas Podcast: One with the comeback win
Hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita analyze Real Madrid’s 1-3 win against Real Betis.
82 min
459
Live from London: Stamford Bridge reaction, Rea...
Kiyan Sobhani is joined by Alison Bender to discuss Real Madrid history, reactions from Stamford Bridge last night, and the upcoming clash vs Manchester City
94 min
460
Cadiz post-game; Castilla Corner (April 15)
A breakdown of Real Madrid’s win, Sergio Arribas’s brace, and a ton more. Hosts: Kiyan, Matt, Ruben, Hridyam
105 min
461
Is Vinicius a top-3 Balon D’or candidate?
Kiyan and Lucas also discuss Chelsea’s chances of a comeback, and Rodrygo vs Fede on the RW
13 min
462
Takeaways from Real Madrid’s 2 - 0 win over Che...
Kiyan and Sid discuss Real’s front-three, Kroos’s performance as the ‘6’, Fede, Rodrygo’s finishing and more
22 min
463
Castilla Corner: Seven games left
Hosts: Sam Sharpe, Kristofer McCormack, Hridyam Arora
34 min
464
Chelsea Preview (1st leg)
Kiyan and Jose look ahead to tomorrow's big game at the Bernabeu
37 min
465
Villarreal Post-Game / Chelsea Preview
Matt and Sid break down a disappointing loss and put their attention towards the Chelsea game.
44 min
466
How Rodrygo and Camavinga helped eviscerate Bar...
Kiyan and Mehedi discuss the importance of those 2
19 min
467
Esports and FIFA with a Madridista commentator
<p>On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle discuss:</p> <p><br></p> <ul> <li>Marcelo’s unique personality  </li> <li>La Decima</li> <li>The <a href="">Champions League</a> final organizational disaster</li> <li>FUT — how to get started</li> <li><a href="">eSports</a> commentary</li> <li>Is FIFA ‘skill’ or random? </li> <li>Figuring out the META of FIFA</li> <li>What does FIFA / esports look like in 10 years?</li> <li>Clasico prediction</li> <li>And more.</li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p>Did you enjoy this podcast? Join us on Patreon for Wednesday night’s live Zoom call (<a href="">El Clasico</a> post-game podcast): <a href="http://patreon.com/ManagingMadrid" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid</a>.</p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p>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 <a href="https://www.managingmadrid.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Real Madrid</strong></a> fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Hosts this week:</p> <p><strong>Kiyan Sobhani (</strong><a href="https://twitter.com/KiyanSo" target="_blank"><strong>@KiyanSo</strong></a>)</p> <p>Leah Revelle (<a href="http://twitter.com/leahrevelle" target="_blank"><strong>@leahrevelle</strong></a>)</p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p>
59 min
468
Is Rodrygo as good as Vinicius?
<p>On last week’s world famous <a href="https://www.managingmadrid.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Real Madrid</strong></a> 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 included: Should Real Madrid try to sign Gavi? Is it better to sign Dani Ceballos for free or sign Jude Bellingham for 150m? And a ton more.</p> <p>The clip we’ve uploaded for free on YouTube this week is a question asking us to give our thoughts on how whether or not Vinicius Jr is <em>that</em> much better than Rodrygo Goes<strong>.</strong> Also in here: The top five Real Madrid players of all time, the underrated Xabi Alonso - Luka Modric - Angel di Maria trio, and the second worst transfer in club history.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Enjoy, subscribe, and comment, and let us know your thoughts on the clip.</p> <p>The full episode can be found here: <a href="https://bit.ly/3zsfkN1" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3zsfkN1</a></p> <p>Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Apple: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnViVFJLWUZaWjA5X2ZpYmxueDM3ejhqWWxXQXxBQ3Jtc0tuTkI1dXRDU1ZoNnpvVXNacjJLdk5GeUZpeGhoX1lEX1RyU3hHbHNmRXpXcVo4b0REbmdfS3dJaEhYbm1YNndpbWN5VGk5RWJpSG9aVExIZzdQdHR0bHFsaHBDcXZhcTNkcTEyRXNyQ096MVFqOEFIdw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fapple.co%2F3tJ6qY9" target="_blank"><strong>https://apple.co/3tJ6qY9</strong></a></p> <p>Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Spotify: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa29jSGp5Z0Y1T1RSdnRRQVJQZV8ySE1TTTR1QXxBQ3Jtc0trcFo3ZTRpd2RJY0M4SlBXWnRqeWxXM1dCV0hYZ0lDdjAyR1dkeHcwS0prZ2JzYkZTbjktSVFvdlZFRC1mRTM1U2FuZUE3aHhzajhXM0dBQkUxdjNmMGxHRzBJM1padS1BTTdUNXNjRXlsVkxsSWJBZw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fspoti.fi%2F364lzLx" target="_blank"><strong>https://spoti.fi/364lzLx</strong></a></p> <p>Join the Patreon army for a ton on bonus content: <a href="http://patreon.com/ManagingMadrid" target="_blank"><strong>Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid</strong></a></p> <p><br></p>
26 min
469
Las Blancas Podcast: The one with banger goals!
<p>On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita discuss <a href=""><strong>Real Madrid</strong></a>’s 3-0 win against Levante Las Planas.</p> <p><strong>Talking points</strong>:</p> <ul> <li>Bad run of form and need to rotate</li> <li>Linda Caicedo’s prominence in the team</li> <li>Early warning signs and use of wide players</li> <li>Combinational play between Caroline Weir, Linda Caicedo and Maite Oroz</li> <li>Pressing performance from Feller and Weir</li> <li>Poor management from referee</li> <li>Zornoza’s injury concern</li> <li>Teresa’s weird exclusion from the lineups</li> <li>Athenea’s concussion concern and poor management</li> <li>Esther’s overzealous nature and synergy with Weir</li> <li>Caroline Møller Hansen’s goal of the season contender</li> <li>Maite’s splendid performance</li> <li>Toletti’s monstrous substitute performance</li> <li>Uribe’s performance for Levante Las Planas</li> <li>Looking forward to the international break</li> </ul> <p>Did you enjoy this podcast? Please consider supporting us through Patreon for more bonus content: <a href="http://patreon.com/ManagingMadrid" target="_blank"><strong>Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid</strong></a></p> <p><br></p> <p>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 <a href="https://www.managingmadrid.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Real Madrid</strong></a> fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you.</p> <p>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.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Hosts this week</strong>:</p> <p>Yash Thakur (<a href="https://twitter.com/Odriozolite" target="_blank"><strong>@Odriozolite</strong></a>)</p> <p>Kanita (<a href="https://twitter.com/KaniFroh" target="_blank"><strong>@KaniFroh</strong></a>)</p> <p>Las Blancas (<a href="http://twitter.com/Las_Blancas" target="_blank"><strong>@Las_Blancas</strong></a>)</p> <p><br></p>
71 min
470
Managing Madrid Podcast: Castilla Corner: Playe...
<p>On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Sam Sharpe, Ruben Skjerping, Kristofer McCormack, and Hridyam Arora discuss:</p> <p><br></p> <ul> <ul> <li>Peter Federico&#39;s development</li> <li>Marvel or Rafa Marin: Who has the best potential?</li> <li>Which Castilla players will be sold?</li> <li>The most promising Juvenil A players</li> <li>What is the best way of getting Castilla promoted?</li> <li>Could Vinícius Tobias, David Jiménez or Rafa Obrador make an impact for the first team?</li> </ul> </ul> <ul> <p><br></p> <p>Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid</p> <p><br></p> <p>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 <a href="https://www.managingmadrid.com/"><strong>Real Madrid</strong></a> fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Hosts this week:</p> <p>Kristofer McCormack (<a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/a0ad16ac-dec1-11e8-bc53-273addf660d7/podcasts/c8e1bd10-ec24-11e8-a459-43fb58b01b82/episodes/twitter.com/CastillaConer"><strong>@CastillaConer</strong></a>)</p> <p>Hridyam Arora (<a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/a0ad16ac-dec1-11e8-bc53-273addf660d7/podcasts/c8e1bd10-ec24-11e8-a459-43fb58b01b82/episodes/0bd200ea-9ab2-11ed-ba1e-872376fa5bcb/twitter.com/hridarora22"><strong>@hridarora22</strong></a>)</p> <p>Ruben Skjerping (<a href="https://twitter.com/RubenPMN"><strong>@RubenPMN</strong></a>)</p> <p>Sam Sharpe (<a href="twitter.com/castillastats" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">@<strong>CastillaStats</strong></a>)</p> <p><br></p> </ul>
62 min
471
Valladolid post-game / Clasico preview
<p>On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss:</p> <p><br></p> <ul> <li>Some crazy Karim Benzema stats </li> <li>Thoughts on Carlo Ancelotti’s lineup choice</li> <li>Will he play the 4-2-3-1 vs Barca?</li> <li>The performances of Rodrygo Goes and Marco Asensio</li> <li>Ancelotti’s post-game quotes</li> <li>Benzema’s training preparation this time of year</li> <li>How much has Ramadan helped him? </li> <li>The Aurelien Tchouameni - Toni Kroos double pivot</li> <li>A wild idea on using Kroos in a different position</li> <li>Will Eduardo Camavinga play left-back vs Barcelona? </li> <li>Why there is zero excuse not to beat Barcelona </li> <li>Eder Militao’s performance </li> <li>Eden Hazard cameo!</li> <li>Jesus Vallejo</li> <li>And more.</li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p>Did you enjoy this Podcast? Join us live on Zoom after Clasico, exclusively for Patrons: <a href="http://patreon.com/ManagingMadrid" target="_blank">Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid</a>.</p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p>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 <a href="https://www.managingmadrid.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Real Madrid</strong></a> fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Hosts this week:</p> <p><strong>Kiyan Sobhani (</strong><a href="https://twitter.com/KiyanSo" target="_blank"><strong>@KiyanSo</strong></a>)</p> <p>Matt Wiltse (<a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/a0ad16ac-dec1-11e8-bc53-273addf660d7/podcasts/c8e1bd10-ec24-11e8-a459-43fb58b01b82/episodes/0bd200ea-9ab2-11ed-ba1e-872376fa5bcb/twitter.com/MattWiltse4" target="_blank"><strong>@MattWiltse4</strong></a>)</p> <p><br></p>
49 min
472
Ancelotti’s simple tactics and the ‘dark years’
<p>On this week’s weekly Zoom Call that happens every week exclusively for Managing Madrid Patrons, Kiyan Sobhani spent an entire episode (over 1.5 hours) answering questions from fans face-to-face. Topics included: Gabriel Veiga, a three-at-the-back formation, contract renewals, Julian Nagelsmann, and more.</p> <p>The clip we’ve uploaded for free on YouTube this week are about how Carlo Ancelotti can maximize the best Real Madrid line-up, putting in perspective the current situation compared to the ‘dark years’ in the mid-2000s, Rodrygo Goes’s recent quotes about Ancelotti’s simple tactics, and more.</p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> <p>Enjoy, subscribe, and comment, and let us know your thoughts.</p> <p>The full episode can be found here: <a href="https://bit.ly/42W3xnx" target="_blank"><strong>https://bit.ly/42W3xnx</strong></a></p> <p>Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Apple: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnViVFJLWUZaWjA5X2ZpYmxueDM3ejhqWWxXQXxBQ3Jtc0tuTkI1dXRDU1ZoNnpvVXNacjJLdk5GeUZpeGhoX1lEX1RyU3hHbHNmRXpXcVo4b0REbmdfS3dJaEhYbm1YNndpbWN5VGk5RWJpSG9aVExIZzdQdHR0bHFsaHBDcXZhcTNkcTEyRXNyQ096MVFqOEFIdw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fapple.co%2F3tJ6qY9" target="_blank"><strong>https://apple.co/3tJ6qY9</strong></a></p> <p>Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Spotify: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa29jSGp5Z0Y1T1RSdnRRQVJQZV8ySE1TTTR1QXxBQ3Jtc0trcFo3ZTRpd2RJY0M4SlBXWnRqeWxXM1dCV0hYZ0lDdjAyR1dkeHcwS0prZ2JzYkZTbjktSVFvdlZFRC1mRTM1U2FuZUE3aHhzajhXM0dBQkUxdjNmMGxHRzBJM1padS1BTTdUNXNjRXlsVkxsSWJBZw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fspoti.fi%2F364lzLx" target="_blank"><strong>https://spoti.fi/364lzLx</strong></a></p> <p>Join the Patreon army for a ton on bonus content: <a href="http://patreon.com/ManagingMadrid" target="_blank"><strong>Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid</strong></a></p>
28 min
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Las Blancas Podcast: A lesson in using the subs...
<p>On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita discuss <a href="https://www.managingmadrid.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Real Madrid</strong></a>’s 0-1 loss against Barcelona in the Liga F.</p> <p><strong>Talking points</strong>:</p> <ul> <li>Toril’s lineup choices and selection of wingers</li> <li>Maite and Linda Caicedo vs Olga and Athenea as wingers</li> <li>Control with the wingers</li> <li>Early pressing triggers and high turnovers</li> <li>Lack of a runner in behind in the attack</li> <li>Esther’s movements</li> <li>Need for Naomie Feller in the second half alongside Esther</li> <li>How Barcelona’s substitutions changed the game</li> <li>Athenea’s battle against Rolfo</li> <li>Refereeing decision and need for improvement</li> <li>Defensive performance from the backline</li> <li>In-game management a let down again</li> <li>Sandie Toletti’s excellent performance</li> <li>Levante catching up in the league</li> <li>Poor run of results and a need for change</li> </ul> <p>Did you enjoy this podcast? Please consider supporting us through Patreon for more bonus content: <a href="http://patreon.com/ManagingMadrid" target="_blank"><strong>Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid</strong></a></p> <p><br></p> <p>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 <a href="https://www.managingmadrid.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Real Madrid</strong></a> fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you.</p> <p>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.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Hosts this week</strong>:</p> <p>Yash Thakur (<a href="https://twitter.com/Odriozolite" target="_blank"><strong>@Odriozolite</strong></a>)</p> <p>Kanita (<a href="https://twitter.com/KaniFroh" target="_blank"><strong>@KaniFroh</strong></a>)</p> <p>Las Blancas (<a href="http://twitter.com/Las_Blancas" target="_blank"><strong>@Las_Blancas</strong></a>)</p> <p><br></p>
74 min
474
Interview with the directors of Apple TV series...
<p>In this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Matt Wiltse interviews the directors of the Apple TV series: <a href="">Real Madrid</a> until the end, and they discuss the following topics: </p> <ul> <li>Who approached who in regards to creating the documentary series and was it a strategic decision to go with Apple TV?</li> <li>Reaching a global audience — pursuing the US market </li> <li>What were the goals in telling the story of Real Madrid’s 14th UCL title and the double-winning campaign? </li> <li>The success of the player interviews in the documentary and the feeling the directors had when talking to the players and being present in the club’s training grounds. </li> <li>Capturing Real Madrid’s ethos and winning mentality, describing the club culture </li> <li>Was it difficult to get interviews with Tuchel and Pochettino? Why did Xavi agree to be interviewed in a Madrid-focused doc? </li> <li>Were Florentino Perez and Jose Angel Sanchez involved in the production? </li> <li>Directors joy and surprise at how open Florentino Perez was during his interview </li> <li>Players or coaches that surprised them the most </li> <li>Carlo Ancelotti: a class act on and off the pitch </li> <li>What did they have to leave out from the documentary? </li> <li>Balancing La Liga and <a href="">Champions League</a> storylines </li> <li>Personal highlights working on the series </li> </ul>
40 min
475
The greatness of Cristiano Ronaldo (and Sergio ...
<p>This episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast comes in two parts.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Part one: Cristiano Ronaldo analysis with Kiyan and Mehedi</p> <p><br></p> <ul> <ul> <li>Cristiano’s peak — when was it?</li> <li>Cristiano’s most underrated traits </li> <li>His playmaking ability</li> <li>Carries, progressive passes</li> <li>Why he’s generally under discussed on the podcast</li> <li>And more.</li> </ul> <p><br></p> </ul> <p>Part two (33:15): Hridyam and Ruben:</p> <p><br></p> <ul> <li>Finally a win!</li> <li>Two crazy goals from Arribas</li> <li>Vinicíus Tobias vs Carvajal, Nacho and Lucas</li> <li>Incentives for the first-team coach to play academy players</li> <li>How important is it for us that the first-team managers use younger players?</li> <li>Is Raúl our preferred choice for the first team?</li> <li>And more</li> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> </ul> <p>Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid.</p> <p><br></p> <p>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 <a href="https://www.managingmadrid.com/"><strong>Real Madrid</strong></a> fans to connect and discuss the team. We would li<a href="https://www.managingmadrid.com/">ke your sup</a>port so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you.</p> <p>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.</p> <p><strong>Hosts this week:</strong></p> <p>Kiyan Sobhani (<a href="https://twitter.com/kiyanso"><strong>@KiyanSo</strong></a>)</p> <p>Mehedi Hassan (<a href="https://twitter.com/mhassanfootball"><strong>@MHassanFootball</strong></a>)</p> <p>Hridyam Arora (<a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/a0ad16ac-dec1-11e8-bc53-273addf660d7/podcasts/c8e1bd10-ec24-11e8-a459-43fb58b01b82/episodes/0bd200ea-9ab2-11ed-ba1e-872376fa5bcb/twitter.com/hridarora22"><strong>@hridarora22</strong></a>)</p> <p>Ruben Skjerping (<a href="https://twitter.com/RubenPMN"><strong>@RubenPMN</strong></a>)</p>
89 min