On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Mehedi Hassan discuss: Fali’s post-game quotes Difference in refereeing between Premier League and La Liga Vinicius Jr, referees, player protection How Cadiz limited Real Madrid's chances in the first half Real's defensive lapses Performances of Toni Kroos, Luka Modric, Aurelien Tchouameni Toni Kroos’s best season? His uptick on defense Ferland Mendy’s performance And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Mehedi Hassan (@MHassanFootball) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Euan McTear discuss: The atmosphere at Vallecas Why this was always going to be a tough game on the schedule Rayo Vallecano's press Fran Garcia's performance Why Toni Kroos and Karim Benzema were sorely missed Luka Modric's performance Carlo Ancelotti's post-game quotes Are players thinking about the World Cup? Dani Carvajal's performance Has Karim Benzema's absence impacted Vinicius? The case for Sergio Arribas And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Euan McTear (@emctear) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Om Arvind, Yash Thakur, and Kani Froh discuss Real Madrid’s 4-0 loss to Barcelona. Talking points: 0:40: Big podcast announcement 5:05: Who should’ve started and who shouldn’t have 14:50: Why Ivana isn’t being selected 17:40: How Barcelona won the game in the opening minutes 22:15: Why our possession work matters for our defense vs. Barça 24:30: Why the Champions League Clásico in the Di Stéfano was different from this one 26:15: How Barcelona adapted their press to suffocate Real Madrid 30:55: Barcelona’s special press on goal kicks 40:15: Critiquing Madrid’s defending on the first two goals 46:15: How Las Blancas set up on corners 53:05: Dissecting Barcelona’s third goal 57:45: The case for Nahikari as a free-kick taker 1:03:55: Misa’s unreal performance 1:14:30: Misa’s strengths and weaknesses and her overall impact as a keeper 1:18:55: How much great box defense actually matters 1:30:00: Analyzing the fourth goal 1:22:15: The “Vilda quédate” chants from the crowd 1:30:00: The new ugliness introduced to this Clásico 1:32:25: Paños showing the middle finger to Madridistas 1:37:35: How Real Madrid can surpass Barcelona 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: Om Arvind (@OmVAsports) Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite) Kani Froh (@KaniFroh) Las Blancas (@Las_Blancas) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kani Froh discuss: Real Madrid’s lineup selection ahead of El Clásico Real Madrid’s sluggish start to the game The Right back conundrum Real Madrid’s sloppy possession play in the first half Issues with set-piece defending Effective short corner routines The switch to a back 3 system and was it really necessary? Lack of offensive support with a narrow front 3 after formation switch Impact of the substitutions Weir’s impact with micro actions A case for Rocio in the team and her marked improvement in performances Teresa’s importance to the team on and off-the-ball Caroline Møller’s performance in a central role Nahikari’s revival this season Ainoa’s performances for Villarreal 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 it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite) Kanita Froh (@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: Real Madrid’s public response to the referee controversies from Sunday night Carlo Ancelotti’s post-game comments and possible suspension Why there are no conspiracies The Marco Asensio - Eduardo Camavinga sub Girona’s attacking threats Margin of error and title race Barcelona's schedule Upcoming Celtic game Are players taking it easy before the World Cup? Will Camavinga be called up to the French National Team? 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

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Jose Perez discuss: Real Madrid’s starting XI How the midfield functioned Eduardo Camavinga’s performance Girona’s set up Our backline and transition defense Real Madrid’s offense The roles of Ferland Mendy and Dani Carvajal Antonio Rudiger’s performance Toni Kroos’s performance The referee controversies Miguel Gutierrez vs Fede Valverde What does this mean for the league title race? And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Om Arvind and Yash Thakur discuss Real Madrid’s 0-0 draw with PSG. Talking points: 5:30: Freja’s inclusion in the XI 10:50 PSG’s superiority in the opening minutes 12:25: PSG’s set-up on our goal kicks 17:00: The issues with Real Madrid’s defense in PSG’s half 22:00: Madrid’s excellent defense in their own third & Rocío’s performance 25:40: Olga’s battle with Diani 28:50: PSG’s high press 31:45: Las Blancas’ flaws in possession 34:20: Freja’s press resistance 39:45: Kathellen’s poor day on the ball 44:20: Why Freja plays conservative in possession 47:50: Weir’s crazy backheel 52:25: What the hosts’ first-half changes would’ve been 59:15: Real Madrid’s successful defensive adjustments in the second half 1:03:50: Why the subs were so late 1:05:05: Toril seemingly being ok with the draw 1:06:45: Madrid ending the game as the better side 1:09:10: The players who stood out for PSG 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: Om Arvind (@OmVAsports) Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite) 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: Injuries from the Real Madrid vs Sevilla game Can the team build bigger scoreline cushions? Carlo Ancelotti's Rotations Aurelien Tchouameni's season Starting XI tomorrow vs RB Leipzig Marco Asensio’s role this season Have Real Madrid offered him an extension? Brahim Diaz and Sergio Arribas And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Join us on Patreon for a ton of 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 it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Lucas Navarrete (@LucasNavarrete) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Om Arvind and Yash Thakur discuss Real Madrid’s 2-2 draw with Levante. Talking points: The absence of Weir Athenea not in the starting lineup Levante’s somewhat surprising tactics in possession The quality of Alba Redondo Real Madrid’s early defensive adjustments Levante’s impressive midfield The pros and cons to Levante’s pressing structure What Levante could’ve done better in the first 20 minutes despite playing well Levante going into a different gear after conceding Misa’s performance Madrid’s poor set-piece defending Mayra Ramírez taking over the match How Alberto Toril’s subs saved his team Maite’s Jekyll and Hyde outing Nahikari’s impact off the bench And more 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: Om Arvind (@OmVAsports) Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite) 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 Mehedi Hassan discuss: Iker Casillas, Luka Modric, and Zinedine Zidane handing out awards to Thibaut Courtois and Karim Benzema Lineups for both teams Sevilla’s defensive shape  The press The pitch Analysis of opening frame of the game Modric’s role The fluidity of the offense Real Madrid’s ability to defend when they need to and score when they need to Vinicius Jr's season A common trait he has with peak Cristiano Ronaldo Aurelien Tchouameni and Toni Kroos Fede Valverde's performance and knock and INSANE leap Carlo Ancelotti's post-game quotes Erik Lamela’s goal The subs Dani Carvajal’s performance And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Mehedi Hassan (@MHassanFootball) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Jose Perez discuss: Sevilla’s insanely turmoil-filled season Did Julen Lopetegui deserve to be sacked? Their drop off in centre-backs Lack of replacements and recruiting What are Sevilla’s tactical issues? Has Jorge Sampaoli changed anything? Oliver Torres Isco’s season Will Karim Benzema start? What kind of block will Sampaoli deploy? Sevilla’s current squad health Sevilla’s starting XI Key matchups And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Jose Perez (@jcperez_) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Om Arvind and Yash Thakur discuss Real Madrid’s 2-0 win over Vllaznia in the Champions League. Talking points: Why Weir was removed from the squad Questions about Toletti starting Vllaznia’s conservative defensive tactics and execution Set-pieces and Kathellen’s threat Vllaznia’s standout individual performers Real Madrid’s tactical problems in the first half Toletti’s struggles How Maite solved a lot of issues Zornoza’s impressive performance on her birthday The beauty of the first goal Weir being indispensable The evolution of Esther’s off-ball positioning Nahikari’s bright cameo off the bench Warning about Levante’s offensive potential PSG looking bad Chelsea’s imbalances How competitive should Madrid be vs. their next UWCL opponents? Some info on Roma and Wolfsburg 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: Om Arvind (@OmVAsports) Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite) 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 Euan McTear discuss: Real Madrid’s avoidance of the banana peel The starting lineup Carlo Ancelotti’s post-game quotes Why we should analyze offside goals Karim Benzema clicking into gear The passing sequences and higher defensive line Andriy Lunin’s performance. Fede Valverde's goal and overall performance His positioning  Wild Guti stat xG and Field Tilt Toni Kroos and his new defense Elche opening up in the 2nd half Lucas Boye Aurelien Tchouameni’s performance off the bench * Benzema saving a life (literally) And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively over on 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 Lucas Navarrete discuss: Toni Kroos’s masterclass vs Barcelona Dani Carvajal’s performance Eder Militao The defensive job Real Madrid did on Raphinha, Dembele, and Lewandowski Could this really have been a 'goleada'? Tactical identities “intensity” Thibaut Courtois's health Is this team better than it was last season? Aurelien Tchouameni 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

On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Om Arvind and Grant Little discuss Real Madrid’s 7-1 win over Alavés. Talking points: International break effects Real Madrid’s surprisingly fast start Alavés’ tactics and style of play Poor set-piece defending What Madrid got wrong after conceding Where there is still room for growth Las Blancas’ intense high press Alavés’ key failure in build-up Caroline Weir turning it up from nowhere Alavés’ abysmal defending and weakness on the right flank Esther’s hat-trick off the bench and new record Tere’s great display Møller looking good in a central role again Weir’s greatness and Ballon d’Or prospects Nahikari’s performance Looking ahead to the UWCL and a blockbuster game vs. Levante And more 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: Om Arvind (@OmVAsports) Grant Little (@grantlittle09) 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 Euan McTear discuss: The magical atmosphere at the Bernabeu Peculiar post-game quotes from Xavi Hernandez Carlo Ancelotti's analysis of the game Toni Kroos masterclass Starting XIs for both Real Madrid and Barcelona Tactics from both sides The performances of Vinicius Jr, Eder Militao, Andriy Lunin, and more Rodrygo Goes stepping up Controversies Joan Laporta hitting up the referee's locker room And a ton more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Euan McTear (@emctear) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this Castilla Corner episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kristofer McCormack and Ruben Skjerping discuss: Unusual atmosphere  A warning after not getting into the Getafe game Dotor’s impact Mario de Luís securing his spot Should we expect more from Peter? Iker Bravo’s winning mentality Another red card 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) Kristofer McCormack (@CastillaCorner) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss: Reflections from Real Madrid’s performance vs Getafe Barcelona not being able to rotate vs Inter Milan What rotations will Carlo Ancelotti make vs Shakhtar Donestk? Should Karim Benzema start mid-week? Who sits on the bench for El Clasico? Aurelien Tchouameni and Vinicius Jr's minutes Karim Benzema’s Balon D’or His career, and ‘fight’ against other strikers in Real Madrid's history How much has Benzema shot up the all time Real Madrid rankings? What makes him so great His form this season.  And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Lucas Navarrete (@LucasNavarrete) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Mehedi Hassan discuss: How uneventful this game was Real Madrid's horrid shooting in the last two games The way we deal with low blocks Can we open the floodgates before Clasico? How the front three of Vinicius Jr, Rodyrgo Goes, and Fede Valverde functioned Was Real Madrid’s performance vs Getafe really that bad? Could we have gotten more from our midfield and defense? Eder Militao’s goal  Is the rotation system good right now? Some crazy numbers from the last two games Performances of the backline Happy Thanksgiving And more Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Mehedi Hassan (@MHassanFootball) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BOOK YOUR TICKETS TO OUR EL CLASICO PODCAST IN MADRID. On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Om Arvind and Yash Thakur discuss Real Madrid’s 3-0 win over Athletic Bilbao. They are joined by Isa, an expert guest, who you should absolutely follow on Twitter. Talking points: Freja Siri in for Toletti and Nahikari for Esther Athletic Bilbao’s XI and injuries Why Peke Barea didn’t start The reasons behind Athletic’s good start Iraia Iturregi’s tactics Athletic’s errors at the back Real Madrid’s press on the first goal How Las Blancas asserted control over the ball and the match Athletic’s defending and Quiñones’ keeping on the second goal Maite looking quite good on the left wing and her overall impact Athletic’s subs Assessing Maite from the opposition perspective Weir’s love for Maite Nahikari’s complete performance Weir’s elite press resistance Athletic’s standout players in the game Reacting to Madrid drawing Chelsea and PSG in the UWCL group stage The case for optimism PSG’s weaknesses December as the Month of Death Lieke Martens’ form for PSG And more 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 it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Om Arvind (@OmVAsports) Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite) Las Blancas (@Las_Blancas) Guest: Isa (@orozismo) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BOOK YOUR TICKETS TO OUR EL CLASICO PODCAST IN MADRID. On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, in honour of Gonzalo Higuain's retirement yesterday, released an excerpt from his upcoming book, 'The Holy Book of Madridismo'. This section is about Higuain's time at Real Madrid. 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

BOOK YOUR TICKETS TO OUR EL CLASICO PODCAST IN MADRID. On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss: How forgiving can we be of Real Madrid's performance vs Osasuna? Did certain players fail to establish themselves? Lucas’s take on Karim Benzema’s form How much does this Osasuna game actually matter in the grand scheme of things? Reflecting on some of the performances on Sunday night The offside call Osasuna’s low block Fede Valverde's Thibaut Courtois Is Andriy Lunin ready? 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

BOOK YOUR TICKETS TO OUR EL CLASICO PODCAST IN MADRID. On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss: Carlo Ancelotti’s starting XI vs Osasuna Should Dani Ceballos have started? Assessing Real Madrid’s chance creation in this game Are we worried about Karim Benzema? Breaking down Vinicius's goal Was Antonio Rudiger offside? Ancelotti’s subs Should Toni Kroos have been subbed off? Aurelien Tchouameni’s performance How worried are we about post-World Cup performances? Rodrygo Goes and Vinicius Jr Breaking down Kike’s goal Should Benzema stop taking PKs? And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Matt Wiltse (@MattWiltse4) Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Om Arvind and Yash Thakur discuss: Weir as a false right winger again Rosenborg’s smart tactical adjustments The performances of Rosenborg wingers Hansen and Jøsendal Real Madrid’s poor decision-making in the first half Why Madrid struggled to slow the game down Whether our midfield actually has a ‘controller’ profile The good and bad of Athenea and Weir swapping sides How well Maite and Weir operated together Maite’s tactical mentality How Teresa Abelleira changed the game Las Blancas possibly making a historically-important improvement in their possession game The better performer over the two legs: Weir or Athenea Athenea looking like she’s making the leap to the next level Lucía finding her Real Sociedad form How Madrid’s offense might get better without any blockbuster signings A listener question: can others catch Barcelona this season? Why no Real Madrid player was in the email to the RFEF 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 it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Om Arvind (@OmVAsports) Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite) Las Blancas (@Las_Blancas) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Matt Wiltse, and David Tryhorn discuss: Jarring scenes at the Camp Nou upon Luis Figo's return as a Real Madrid player Pep Guardiola's relationship with Figo What would Figo's legacy at Barcelona been had he stayed? Roberto Carlos's standout quotes Figo's hairstyle Joan Gaspart publicly stating he’s not going to improve Figo’s contract Figo's perception of Gaspart Jose Ramon de la Morena making up stories at Michel Salgado's wedding Jose Veiga's pre-contract The politician side of Florentino Perez How many of the protagonists in the documentary interacted with each other? “I am telling the truth because i am the protagonist” Why would Veiga sign that agreement? Gaspart: “If he signed with real madrid there’s nothing can be done” The omission of the pig’s head Figo being unhappy in his presentation Parallels to Bernd Schuster and Michael Laudrup Barca’s treatment of their stars Paulo Futre The 'what if' of not signing Figo The pressure on him Does it make us look at the Mbappe saga differently? Difference between Perez and Gaspart And a ton 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: Matt Wiltse (@MattWiltse4) Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices