Managing Madrid Podcast

In a recently released exclusive Members-only podcast on Patreon for La Liga Tier Members, Managing Madrid’s Kiyan Sobhani hosted the monthly Zoom call, where Members can join a virtual Real Madrid living room, ask questions ‘face-to-face’, and meet other Madridistas. For those eager to get a taste of the insightful conversation, Managing Madrid has provided a free 6-minute clip from the 1h15m 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 the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani discusses: Real Madrid's starting line-up vs Real Sociedad in Copa del Rey action The struggles facing Real Sociedad's press Vinicius Jr's defense Endrick's best performance of the season? If you don't get Jude Bellingham's greatness you don't get ball Raul Asencio Andriy Lunin! Kubo vs Fran Garcia Dani Ceballos injury Behaviour of Real Sociedad fans 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) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Matt Wiltse, and Mehedi Hassan discuss: Brahim Diaz / Rodrygo Goes roles in Jude Bellingham's absence Girona, a big drop off since last season The Kylian Mbappe affect Luka Modric’s performance Rodyrgo’s defense — underrated David Alaba’s performance Arda Güler's lack of minutes Dani Ceballos and Raul Asencio — a scientific explanation of why they should be called up to the Spanish NT 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

In a recently released exclusive Members-only podcast on Patreon, Managing Madrid’s Kiyan Sobhani, Angelo Valdes, and Lucas Navarrete answered questions sent in by fans in the weekly mailbag. After the questions concluded, the crew gave a candid reaction to Real Madrid drawing Atletico Madrid in the Champions League. For those eager to get a taste of the insightful conversation, Managing Madrid has provided a free 18-minute clip from the 55m 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, Matt Wiltse, Lucas Navarrete and Leah Revelle took a deep dive into Real Madrid’s 3 - 1 win over Manchester City in the 2nd leg of the Champions League round-of-16. They analyzed all of the X’s and O’s of the match. For those eager to get a taste of the insightful conversation, Managing Madrid has provided a free 9-minute clip from the 55m 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

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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss: Bellingham’s words to the referee in Real Madrid's draw against Osasuna Going through all the referee decisions Missing quality chances Fede Valverde and Raul Asencio holding it down 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, Lucas Navarrete, and Leah Revelle discuss: Another unbelievable chapter in the epic Manchester City vs Real Madrid series The good and bad of the backline Raul Asencio and Fede Valverde -- dominant The referee decisions Midfield composure of Dani Ceballos and Jude Bellingham Carlo Ancelotti's explanation to Kiyan after the game about his performance / development as a 6. The performances of the attackers Josko Gvardiol's threat Pressing sequences Ancelotti's subs And a ton 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) Leah Revelle (@leahrevelle) Lucas Navarrete (@LucasNavarreteM) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani discusss: The difference in Real Madrid's performance in the 1st half vs 2nd half, with special focus on Vinicius Jr, Rodrygo Goes, Jude Bellingham Bellingham as a target Real Madrid's lack of efficiency in disrupting build-up play Raul Asencio + Aurelien Tchouameni covering well for wing-back weaknesses Referee controversy Marcelo not applauded by Atletico Madrid players Post game quotes from Carlo Ancelotti And 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: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a recently released exclusive Members-only Managing Madrid podcast on Patreon, Kiyan Sobhani and Steven Mandis (author of ‘The Real Madrid Way’ and ‘The Real Madrid Revolution’ discussed different iterations of the European Super League (Dating back to the 1980s!), Real Madrid and Barcelona competing with the Premier League, and much more, including Steven’s experience sitting on the pitch for Kylian Mbappe’s presentation. For those eager to get a taste of the insightful conversation, Managing Madrid has provided a free 17-minute clip from the 55m episode. 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 Podcast on Patreon. Stay connected and never miss an update! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle discuss: Carlo Ancelotti’s line-up vs Leganes Jacobo Ramon's performance Real Madrid's best performers vs Leganes Endrick's strengths and weakness Gonzalo Garcia!!! Ferland Mendy situation Arda Güler’s performance Ancelotti’s post-game quotes Aurelien Tchouameni's performance Vinicius Jr hate campaign, absolutely out of control Luka Modric Rodrygo on the left vs on the right 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) Leah Revelle (@leahrevelle) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Michael Sartain discuss: The absolute shock of Luka Doncic getting traded to the Los Angeles Lakers Nico Harrison's motives Rob Pelinka What Dallas Mavericks fans are going through Will the Mavericks move to Las Vegas? Jason Kidd kept in the dark 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) Michael Sartain (@MichaelSartain) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss: Carlo Ancelotti’s line-up vs Espanyol Ancelotti’s refusal to rotate + board’s unwillingness to sign anyone Antonio Rüdiger’s injury Aurelien Tchouameni and Lucas Vazquez struggles Ancelotti — blind faith in the wrong players? Raul Asencio's playing time and performance off the bench Lack of subs Real Madrid's tactical approach not making sense Rodrygo Goes on the right — how big of an issue it actually? BIG REFEREE SEGMENT Missing Dani Carvajal Xabi Alonso’s system — would it work at Madrid? 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) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

HEY JUDE SHIRTS On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Angelo Valdes discuss: Initial reaction to Real Madrid drawing Manchester City in the Champions League Previous head-to-head matchups Will Carlo Ancelotti start David Alaba at center-back? Will Dani Ceballos start? Lucas Vazquez? Manchester City's winter signings City's press, a big drop in intensity And much more. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Angelo Valdes (@MrAngeloValdes) Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

HEY JUDE SHIRTS On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle discuss: The new Champions League format Brest's pressing Carlo Ancelotti’s starting XI Rodrygo Goes greatness What Vinicius Jr and Rodrygo have achieved at such a young age Possible Manchester City games? The difference between Rodrygo and Brahim Diaz Insane upcoming schedule Fede Valverde and Eduardo Camavinga as wingbacks? 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) Leah Revelle (@leahrevelle) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani discusses: An incredible Kylian Mbappe performance In Real Madrid's 0 - 3 win against Real Valladolid Raul Asencio's right-back cameo Antonio Rüdiger's knee issues And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Join our El Clasico Post-game show (MEMBERS-ONLY): Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid 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

In a recently released exclusive Members-only podcast on Patreon, Managing Madrid’s Kiyan Sobhani and Vik Sobti (a leading radiologist in the United States) discussed scientific explanations behind Real Madrid’s injury crisis from the past couple years. Who is to blame, and why have there been so many injuries? For those eager to get a taste of the insightful conversation, Managing Madrid has provided a free 37-minute clip from the 53m episode. 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 the latest episode of the Real Deal (the analysis portion of the Managing Madrid podcast), we’re joined by Jarod Hector, a Madridista and podcaster for True Hoop, to go over player development at Real Madrid. For many years, the trend at Real Madrid has involved stockpiling generational talents and figuring out what to do with them later. The result is generational players getting greatly altered development and career trajectories that don’t fulfill their potential. Examples from previous years include guys like Isco, Ceballos, Kovacic, or even Odegaard: whether they were world class or not, they were not signed with specific developmental pathways in mind. They were allowed to sink or swim. The result is generational players who stagnate. One example is Aurelien Tchouameni. He has his flaws: he loses confidence quickly, and the team hasn’t been great with him at DM at full strength. However, he was a 99th percentile defender before he came. While he needs consistency to build confidence, he has the tools to be a plus offensive player. 2022-23 was supposed to be a down year, not beginning of a new trend with Tchouameni. He’s played well for France before too. But at Real Madrid, he gets very little direction in or out of possession, and he hasn’t been able to thrive in this environment. Another example of a player who has no clear developmental pathway is Arda Guler. Fine, he got 444 minutes in all competitions last season, and that has been bumped up healthily to 835 minutes this season just halfway in. But he needs a specific role: either as a generational creator or generational deep lying playmaker. Sometimes he comes on in a deeper playmaking role, sometimes he comes on in a more off ball Brahim Diaz/Rodrygo Goes role and the ball doesn’t flow through him. He needs ball dominant reps as the central playmaker. Everytime Eduardo Camavinga has a bad game in possession, it’s easy to remember how little consistency he’s had in his role too. He’s had great games in possession, and a semblance of consistency in role would’ve aided him a lot, although that’s been worsened by his own injuries. That leads us to a deeper question: can this pausa we want in possession even be coached? Whether the team can be better coached on the ball or not, a group of elite defensive talents should not be getting run over in midfield as often as they have been. Camavinga and Tchouameni should be in much better positions to win duels defensively, instead of plugging gaps due to a total lack of defensive cohesion. With Raul Asencio: if the club knows they need another center back, and unless the club sees something we don’t that scares them off him, there should be no time wasted giving him reps at center back as well. Previous episode with Jarod: 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) Jarod Hector (@jshector) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

HEY JUDE SHIRTS On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Siddharth Ramsundar discuss: Real Madrid beating up on two bad opponents in a row: Las Palmas and RB Salzburg Offensive efficiency in the last two games Struggles in the first 20 minutes facing Salzburg's press Should Fede Valverde start at RB? Fran Garcia at LB? A dialogue about Ferland Mendy Dani Ceballos performance and importance to the team Kylian Mbappe and Rodyrgo Goes surging Champions League table And much more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Join our El Clasico Post-game show (MEMBERS-ONLY): Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid 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 Las Blancas Podcast hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita Tafro discuss Real Madrid’s 0-1 loss against Eibar in Liga F. Talking points: A seasonal occurrence or a necessary wake-up call? Possible Liga F teams to watch out for Lineup and rotations ahead of Supercopa week The lack of connection on the right-hand side with Antonia as RB Redondo and Møller playing the same role - no target in the box Eibar’s low block Questionable substitutions Absence of Shei in the game that screamed for an offensive RB Update on Lakrar’s injury 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