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 G…

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 Ser…

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 Madr…

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 …

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 Mbap…

On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita Tafro discuss Real Madrid’s first away win in six games in the UEFA Women’s Champions League. Talking points: Alberto Toril makes another five changes The best attacking quartet at Madrid? Madrid’s poor form away from home in the UWCL Can Real Madrid ever defend set-pieces? FC Twe…

When extreme success breeds complacency, even giants need updating. We dive deep into Real Madrid’s organizational structure and why it’s due for an overhaul. From medical modernization to youth development, from recruitment processes to power dynamics - everything’s on the table. We explore why Real Madrid needs system-wide updates: LA FABRICA AND…

Link to Toronto event: https://tinyurl.com/bdr54xdw On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle discuss the best and most realistic left-back options for Real Madrid. Also: Two standout candidates What will happen with Ferland Mendy and Fran Garcia? And much more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Join us on Patreon for…

On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita discuss Real Madrid’s 0-4 loss to Barcelona. Talking points: Toril’s weird lineup selection Angeldahl at the wings with two wingers on the bench? Formation change in big games Lack of cohesion in the side Inability to defend set-pieces and have a coherent press 0 out of three wins…

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani is joined by special guest Michael Sartain to talk about the greatness of Luka Doncic, how his career has panned out so far, the future of sports media, and a ton more. Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus cont…

On this episode of Las Blancas podcast hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita Tafro discuss Real Madrid’s 7-0 goleada against FC Twente in UEFA Women’s Champions League. Talking points: Another six lineup changes from Toril Best attacking quartet in the squad right now? Two early goals from Real Madrid changing the game FC Twente’s young squad FC Twente’s im…

On this episode of the Castilla Corner podcast, Hridyam Arora and Sam Sharpe discuss: Real Madrid Castilla scored five goals in a match! How was the performance? Gonzalo Garcia’s importance to the team Chema Andres — how good is he? Raul Asencio’s cameo for the first team The honest truth about his talent Is it time for Jesus Fortea to get some min…

Link to Toronto event: https://tinyurl.com/bdr54xdw On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle discuss the best and most realistic center-back options for Real Madrid. Also: 3 very under-the-radar options The best center-back in the world and how much he'd cost Why didn't Real Madrid go for Sergio Ramos? The top-…

On this episode of Las Blancas Podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita Tafro discuss Real Madrid's 1-3 win over Levante Badalona in Liga F. Talking points: How predictable have Toril’s lineups become? Conceding from a set piece...again Lack of presence from Eva Navarro and the effect of the passive right flank Antonia’s first start How the introducti…

While Xabi Alonso’s success at Bayer Leverkusen has created a compelling narrative about his potential return to the Bernabéu, the tactical reality might tell a different story. Alonso’s 2nd full season at Leverkusen has started off rough with the German outfit experiencing 5 draws and a loss in their first 10 Bundesliga games. New central midfield…

Link to Toronto event: https://tinyurl.com/bdr54xdw On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Sam Leveridge, and Mehedi Hassan discuss Real Madrid's 4 - 0 win over Osasuna: The devastating injuries to Eder Militao, Rodrygo Goes, and Lucas Vazquez An oral history of successful Castilla players in Real Madrid history Raul Asencio…

On this episode of the Castilla Corner podcast, Hridyam Arora, Sam Sharpe and OkDiario’s Ben Fernandes discuss: The draw with Atletico Madrid B Was it a better performance than usual? What was good about it? A debate on whether Raul Ascencio is good enough for Real Madrid Castilla or not Jesus Fortea — why is he still with Juvenil A? The experience…

On this episode of the Las Blancas Podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita Tafro talk about the victory against Madrid CFF and the October international break. Talking points: Big podcast announcement Toril continues with heavy rotation Kamilla Melgård’s domination over Las Blancas Bruun’s performance for Denmark - a brace against South Africa The di…

Link to Toronto event: https://tinyurl.com/bdr54xdw On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Siddharth Ramsundar discuss all of Real Madrid's issues against AC Milan (as well as last season), who is to blame for all of the problems, Carlo Ancelotti's future, possible replacements, Real Madrid's defensive line, lack of signi…

Link to Toronto event: https://tinyurl.com/bdr54xdw On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss: Eye opening 2nd half stats from El Clasico Kylian Mbappe’s disinterest in playing defence How Dani Olmo destroyed Real Madrid off the bench Luka Modric’s presence in midfield and what it means for the team defen…

Link to Toronto event: https://tinyurl.com/bdr54xdw On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Angelo Valdes discuss the top 30 players in the Ballon D’or, their ranking within it, and whether they should actually be in it (and who wrongfully missed out). Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f Did…

On this episode of the Managing Madrid podcast, Siddharth Ramsundar hosts Mazin Mukhtar discuss Carlo Ancelotti’s tactical struggles in the 2024/25 season so far. This episode is an update on an initial one earlier in the season when we first discussed the need for Ancelotti to coach more fine tuned details and patterns into this team in the absenc…

On this episode of the Castilla Corner podcast, Hridyam Arora and Sam Sharpe discuss: Another draw, this time to Algeciras Where were Real Madrid Castilla this time last season? Alvaro Arbeloa as a coach next season The desperate need for an influx of talent Jesus Fortea Why do Real Madrid always get ex-players as academy / Castilla coaches? Our op…

Link to Toronto event: https://tinyurl.com/bdr54xdw On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle discuss the best and most realistic right-back options for Real Madrid. Also: Why it’s insane that Real Madrid are not signing a defender Is Trent Alexander-Arnold the best / most realistic option? Juvenile A candidates…

Link to Toronto event: https://tinyurl.com/bdr54xdw On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani discusses: His reaction to Rodri winning the 2024 Ballon D’or A chronological recap of the Ballon D’or noise and Vinicius Jr getting robbed Real Madrid’s stance on the issue And more. Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discor…

Link to Toronto event: https://tinyurl.com/bdr54xdw On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani is joined by Andreas Laudrup live from Real Madrid City to discuss: Barcelona’s strengths and weaknesses How Real Madrid can exploit Hansi Flick’s high line Probable XI Defending Barca’s front three And much more. Join our Real Madrid D…

On this episode of the Castilla Corner podcast, Hridyam Arora and Sam Sharpe discuss: Real Madrid Castilla’s loss to Sevilla II Castilla’s draw with Yeclano Castilla’s most recent game — a loss to Alcorcon Raul’s potential departure Arbeloa — how good / bad is he? Castilla’s relegation battle — it is not looking good for Raul’s side Do Castilla hav…

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Link to Toronto event: https://tinyurl.com/bdr54xdw On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani is joined by Graham Hunter directly from the Bernabeu to discuss: The contrast in the two halves The transcendence of Vinicius Jr Thibaut Courtois! The performances of Antonio Rüdiger, Eder Militao, Jude Bellingham, and Fede Valverde Ho…

Link to Toronto event: https://tinyurl.com/bdr54xdw On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani shares his reflections from Valdebebas: How the German media view Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund Nuri Sahin skipping the early trip to Madrid Carlo Ancelotti's quotes from his pre-game press conference The things Real Madrid needs to…

Link to Toronto event: https://tinyurl.com/bdr54xdw On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Angelo Valdes discuss all things Arda Güler: his current situation, his ceiling, and whether or not he’s a future Ballon D’or contendor. Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f Did you enjoy this podcast?…

On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita discuss Real Madrid’s 4-0 win over Celtic FC in the second matchday of UEFA Women’s Champions League. Talking points: Elena Sadiku and Celtic’s story so far First UWCL win since December 2022 Toril makes another five changes in the lineup The striker situation and it’s impact on t…

Link to Toronto event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/managing-madrid-podcast-pick-up-footy-in-toronto-raising-money-for-sick-kids-in-toronto-tickets-1044072427737?aff=oddtdtcreator On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Siddhratth Ramsundar discuss: The 3 at the back and Aurelien Tchouameni’s positioning Fran Garcia’s perf…

On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita discuss the first Madrid derby of the season. Talking points: Toril with another curveball in the lineup The switcheroo with the centerbacks Is the rotation helping the team? Caicedo and Weir magic on the pitch Bruun’s importance in the attack What’s the best use of Redondo in the…

Managing Madrid in Toronto: https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/events/1044072427737 On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle go through the EAFC Ratings again and discuss whether they’re fair or not. LOTS of players discussed in this one: Arda Güler Andriy Lunin Brahim Diaz Lucas Vazquez Fran Garcia Jesus Vallej…

On this episode of the Las Blancas Podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita are joined by women’s football expert and Chelsea fan, Maryam Clark, to discuss Real Madrid’s 3-2 loss against Chelsea in the first matchday of the UEFA Women’s Champions League group stage. Talking points: Fresh thoughts on the game Peak into Chelsea’s season so far Toril put…

On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita discuss Real Madrid’s win over Valencia in Liga F. Talking points: Is this almost Toril’s gala XI? Is rest a better option before big games? Toletti’s injury concern Can Real Madrid cope with Toletti’s injury? Olga’s lucky goal Dominant first half performance from Las Blancas Fell…

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Siddharth Ramsundar discuss: Carvajal’s injury: implications, dominoes, etc Emergency signings? How the midfield functioned What does Kylian Mbappe need to do to improve? Our thoughts on Trent Alexander-Arnold's defence Some eye-opening Mbappe stats And much more. Did you enjoy this …

On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita discuss Real Madrid’s comfortable away win against Granadilla Tenerife. Talking points: Toril’s rotation strikes again Caroline Moller Hansen’s revenge? Moller’s interpretation of the Weir role Caicedo’s individual brilliance Angedahl’s trademark strike Midfield dynamics with Tere…

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani gives his analysis on Real Madrid's performance against Lille. A lot on the collective and individual performance(s), and how some of these issues can be fixed. Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content excl…

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Angelo Valdes discuss the top-three players in the world by position: goalkeepers, right backs, center-backs, left-backs, defensive midfielders, central midfielders, attacking midfielders, wingers, and strikers. How many Real Madrid players made the list? Join our Real Madrid Discord…

On this episode of Las Blancas Podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita discuss Real Madrid’s 3-1 win over Sporting Club de Portugal in the second leg and qualification for the UEFA Women’s Champions League group stage. Talking points: Lineup - back to the back 4 Set piece problems continue Toletti’s equalizer two minutes after conceding Midfield shuf…

On this episode of the Castilla Corner podcast, Hridyam Arora and Sam Sharpe discuss: Real Madrid Castilla draw at Sanlaqueno Castilla’s win over Hercules — how did they play? Standouts from the win — Gonzalo Garcia Jacobo Ramon returns to Castilla football Injury updates regarding Jeremy De Leon and Manuel Angel Jesus Fortea impresses yet again fo…

NUEVE HOODIES: https://kiyanso.creator-spring.com/ On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Sam Leveridge, Jose Perez, and Siddharth Ramsundar discuss: Carlo Ancelotti’s subs against Atletico Madrid A breakdown of the goal conceded at the end Thibaut Courtois's injury Disgraceful behaviour from Atletico ultras Diego Simeone / …

On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita discuss Real Madrid’s impressive start to Liga F season. Talking points: Toril’s change in formation Is back three a feasible lineup choice? Should Bruun be the first choice over Redondo? What is our best midfield combination Leupolz’ impressive start to the season Olga the penalt…

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle go through the EAFC Ratings again and discuss whether they’re fair or not. LOTS of players discussed in this one: Dani Carvajal Eduardo Camavinga Aurelien Tchouameni David Alaba Eder Miltao And more Did you enjoy this podcast? Join us on Patreon for Wednesday night’s liv…

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani is joined by Sam Leveridge on his walk home from the Bernabeu to discuss: What went wrong at the end of of Real Madrid's win over Alaves The Jesus Vallejo sub Carlo Ancelotti's XI and his "rotations" Ancelotti's subs The referee's performance What awaits Real Madrid at the Metropolitano?…

On this episode of Las Blancas, hosts Yash Thakur and Kani Froh talk about the departure of Maite Oroz. Talking points: good memories her importance on the pitch decrease of minutes throughout the seasons misuse of her position a year-long transfer saga her next stop Did you enjoy this podcast? Please consider supporting us through Patreon for more…

MANAGING MADRID SHIRTS -- CLICK HERE! On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani breaks down Real Madrid's 4 - 1 win over Espanyol at the Bernabeu on Saturday night. Topics included: Real Madrid's first half performance Endrick -- agent of chaos Vinicius changing the game The performances of Mbappe, Güler, Militao, Bellingham, Mo…

On this episode of Las Blancas Podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita discuss Real Madrid’s dramatic 1-2 win over Sporting Club de Portugal in UEFA Women’s Champions League qualifiers. Lineup changes from Toril. Weir on the wings? Angeldahl #10? Toril’s use of fullbacks Angeldahl’s fit in the team Redondo’s start at Madrid - Is Bruun a better fit ri…