Managing Madrid Podcast

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle rank the top-five moments of Real Madrid's incredible 2024 year. There was a lot of emotion to revisit. Some brought tears. A lot of honourable mentions too! Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Leah Revelle (@leahrevelle) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the latest episode of the Managing Madrid podcast, Siddharth Ramsundar is joined by returning guest Ardit Karagjyzi (known on twitter as Loconté) to go over a detailed roundtable of Europe’s best coaches. A lot has changed this season: Mikel Arteta has been struggling offensively for Arsenal, Pep Guardiola has not been having the best time at Manchester City, and the relatively unknown Enzo Maresca has been doing a solid job at Chelsea. The coaching conversation needed a significant update. Ardit and Sid break down updates on some of the coaches discussed on the prior episode with Ardit like Michel and Xabi Alonso, then add guys like Gasperini, Maresca, Arteta and Enrique to the discussion. A sheet with their views on all 10 coaches discussed is attached for summary. TIMESTAMPS (rough): 4:00 An update on Xabi Alonso’s integration of Aleix Garcia 9:00 Michel and Girona 12:00: Carlo Ancelotti steadying the ship 31:00: Mikel Arteta + introducing our coach evaluation sheet 41:00: Enzo Maresca 44:00: Hansi Flick 50:45: Vincent Kompany 53:50: Gian Piero Gasperini 56:00: Luis Enrique 61:30: Zinedine Zidane discussion and closing thoughts Sid’s evaluations: Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Siddharth Ramsundar (@TacticalFouling) Ardit Karagjyzi (@Loconté) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss: Kylian Mbappe getting back to his best. Was this Real Madrid’s best performance of the season? Lucas Vazquez’s performance Real Madrid’s defence — still a problem Aurelien Tchouameni Why only 3 subs? Endrick, Fortea Eduardo Camavinga Left-back Positions of Brahim Diaz and Jude Bellingham throughout the game Things that Mbappe has improved on since the start of the season Barcelona / Pep Guardiola slump Carlo Ancelotti not getting enough credit? One of the most underrated Bellingham traits And much more. Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Matt Wiltse (@Matt_MM) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle break down Real Madrid’s 3 - 0 win over Pachuca in the Intercontinental Cup Final. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Leah Revelle (@leahrevelle) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid podcast, Siddharth Ramsundar is joined by Ali Fakharany of StatsBomb to take stock of Europe’s best teams. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Siddharth Ramsundar (@tacticalfouling) Ali Elfakharany (@alifakharany) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Las Blancas Podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita Tafro are joined by special guest Isa to discuss Real Madrid’s late remontada against Deportivo ABANCA. Talking points: Depor’s season thus far and the change of manager Some reunions on the pitch - Olaya Rodríguez and Samara Ortíz Lineups - Toril’s 7 changes and Depor’s 3-4-3 The opener by Francisca Lara and the defensive errors that made it happen What went wrong in Real Madrid’s starting lineup? Olga’s clutch gene coming through once again Bruun’s form and her style of play during the years The substitutions changing it all Match MVP 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 Tafro (@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 discusses: Real Madrid's defensive issues Lucas Vazquez Vinicius Jr getting rested Raul Asencio Real Madrid's midfield getting overrun (tonight but also often) Rodrygo Goes's performance Arda Güler's performance And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode Siddharth Ramsundar is joined by Joel Adejola to explore how and why Kylian Mbappé has had early adaptation challenges at Real Madrid. We analyze the technical, tactical, and psychological elements that have contributed to his funk - from the complexities of integrating into Ancelotti’s system, physical issues, the absence of a 9 and the challenge of playing without Kroos’ buildup expertise. Beyond just diagnosing the issues, we examine the specific tweaks and adjustments that have slowly helped unlock Mbappé’s natural game while maintaining Madrid’s existing strengths. The discussion ranges from granular tactical analysis of his positioning and movement to broader questions about how superstars adapt to new environments. The episode also gets into the concept of a ‘funk’ from both a generic perspective across sports and takes a more specific look at the mathematics and trends behind finishing funks in front of goal, revisiting past examples like Benzema in 2018. We briefly discuss how we get over funks as individuals and how players in other sports like tennis have a slightly easier task than footballers. We also discuss the psychology of Mbappe having to play on a team in which he’s not the best player, and question whether he will ever be the best player for a Real Madrid team that has Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham. Lastly, the episode forecasts Mbappe’s future at Real Madrid. If you’re interested in an abstract exploration of football that’s niche and specific without being a regurgitated form of ‘mainstream tactics’ then check out what Joel is building further at Ballerz Bantz. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Siddharth Ramsundar (tacticalfouling) Joel Adejola (JoelAdejola) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a recently released exclusive Members-only podcast on Patreon, Managing Madrid’s Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete went through the weekly Real Madrid mailbag and answered questions sent in from Real Madrid fans. This particular clip is a question about whether or not Vinicius Jr and Jude Bellingham can crack the all-time Real Madrid XI by the time they retire. For those eager to get a taste of the insightful conversation, Managing Madrid has provided a free 12-minute clip from the 36-minute episode. The full episode was recorded in front of a live virtual audience. FULL EPISODE HERE Join the Managing Madrid Community Listeners and watchers are encouraged to sign up as a Member on Patreon to ensure they don’t miss out on the bonus content that Managing Madrid posts multiple times per week. Membership provides access to exclusive podcasts, in-depth analyses, and other premium content that is not available elsewhere. To listen to the full episode, head over to Managing Madrid on Patreon. Stay connected and never miss an update! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a recently released exclusive Members-only podcast on Patreon, Managing Madrid’s Kiyan Sobhani, Jose Perez, and Siddharth Ramsundar, took a deep dive into Real Madrid’s 2 - 3 win over Atalanta in Bergamot. They analyzed all of the X’s and O’s of the match. Audio version: For those eager to get a taste of the insightful conversation, Managing Madrid has provided a free 10-minute clip from the 50-minute episode. The full episode was recorded in front of a live virtual audience. FULL EPISODE HERE Join the Managing Madrid Community Listeners and watchers are encouraged to sign up as a Member on Patreon to ensure they don’t miss out on the bonus content that Managing Madrid posts multiple times per week. Membership provides access to exclusive podcasts, in-depth analyses, and other premium content that is not available elsewhere. To listen to the full episode, head over to Managing Madrid on Patreon. Stay connected and never miss an update! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Yash and Kanita discuss Real Madrid’s 4-1 win against Sevilla, the international break, and FIFPRO Women’s World 11. Talking points: Postponed Real Sociedad game Toril's team selection Redondo and Bruun together Redondo as #10 All four goals coming from the edge or outside the box Sevilla's box defending Sheila Garcia's versatility Use of substitutes by Toril Paula Partido's performance Lucia Corrales playing out of position Two Madridistas in FIFPRO World XI International break recap 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 Tafro (@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 Jose Perez discuss: What’s changed since the Super Cup matchup between Atalanta and Real Madrid? How Atalanta’s press has changed Their red-hot form CDK - Retegui - Lookman Will Vinicius Jr feature? Importance of Jude Bellingham 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) Jose Perez (@Jcperez_) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Mehedi Hassan discuss: Real Madrid' starting XI vs Girona Aurelien Tchouami at center-back The performances of Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, Luka Modric, and more. The injuries in the second half Real Madrid's struggles in the first half And much more Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f 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 Mehedi Hassan discuss: Carlo Ancelotti's press conference quotes today Kylian Mbappe's performance before getting injured before the Atletico Madrid game Mbappe's 'PSG tax' Do Real Madrid lack an enforcer? A leader? Mbappe's upcoming interview with Canal + New Champions League format Could Zinedine Zidane get a better version of Kylian Mbappe? Lack of fullback production Who will be the core players in 10 years? Trent Alexander-Arnold What happened to Casemiro and Raphael Varane? Cristiano Ronaldo vs ETH The penalty situation And much more. Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f 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

Link to Toronto event: https://tinyurl.com/bdr54xdw On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Jose Perez discuss: Real Madrid’s ball progression struggles How Carlo Ancelotti set up the team at San Mames vs Athletic Club Rodrygo Goes's return Kylian Mbappe’s confidence PLUMMETING Jude Bellingham’s performance Fede Valverde tasked heavily 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) Jose Perez (@Jcperez_) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Link to Toronto event: https://tinyurl.com/bdr54xdw On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Siddharth Ramsundar discuss: Real Madrid’s formation vs Getafe Getafe’s physicality Jude Bellingham’s performance Kylian Mbappe. His performance against Getafe, his performances this season, and the Bernabeu Mbappe experience Fran Garcia Raul Asencio Dani Ceballos, running the show Much more. Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f 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) Siddharth Ramsundar (@Tacticalfouling) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Castilla Corner podcast, Hridyam Arora and Sam Sharpe discuss: Reviewing Real Madrid Castilla’s loaned out / sold players Mario Gila and Rafa Marin — should Real Madrid call any of them back? Mario De Luis — what has happened? Why is he still at the club and why is he not playing? Mario Rivas — how good is he? Nico Paz vs Sergio Arribas — who is the better player and who has chosen the better pathway? Is there anything changing in relation to Castilla Corner? And much more. Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Sam Sharpe (@CastillaStats) Hridyam Arora (@hridarora) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, live from Anfield, discusses his thoughts on: Carlo Ancelotti and Arne Slot's pre-game quotes Kylian Mbappe -- the time is now What Real Madrid have improved on in the last two games Vibes from Anfield Ancelotti's potential XI The new Champions League format And more. Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f 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

On this episode of the Castilla Corner podcast, Hridyam Arora and Sam Sharpe discuss: Real Madrid Castilla’s 2-1 loss to Antequera Standouts from the game vs the top-ranked team of the group Castilla’s 2-2 draw with Fuenlabrada Raul Asencio’s second appearance for the first team How will he do against Liverpool? The baffling decision to not pick a Castilla (or Fabrica) right-back for Leganes And much more. Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Sam Sharpe (@CastillaStats) Hridyam Arora (@hridarora) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Link to Toronto event: https://tinyurl.com/bdr54xdw On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Matt Wiltse, and Mehedi Hassan discuss: Performances of Raul Asencio and Dani Ceballos vs Leganes Jude Bellingham Finally.. balance! Should Aurelien Tchoumani and Lucas Vazquez return to the lineup if healthy? Assessment of Kylian Mbappe’s performance and the Vinicius Jr connection / positioning Florentino Perez's quotes at AGM The profit margin of concerts and the revenue of the stadium And more Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Matt Wiltse (@Matt_MM) Mehedi Hassan (@MHassanFootball) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices