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Xabi Alonso to Managing Madrid: “We need to invest in Mastantuono”

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso spoke to the media ahead of his team’s match against Juventus in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday night. He was asked for injury updates on Dean Huijsen, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dani Carvajal, to which he said: “Looking ahead to tomorrow, I don’t think Huijsen, Trent, or Carvajal will be […]

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Referee named for Champions League match between Real Madrid and Juventus

UEFA have appointed Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic as the man in charge of Wednesday’s match between Real Madrid and Juventus —21:00 CEST—. Per Realmadrid.comSlavko Vinčić will referee the match between Real Madrid and Juventus, on matchday three of the Champions League, which will be played at the Bernabéu (Wednesday, 9 pm CEST). The Slovenian will officiate a match involving the […]

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OPEN THREAD — La Cosa Nostra: 21 Oct. 2025

Welcome to The Daily Merengue — a place where you can feel free to discuss all things football. Do not be alarmed by the overt RMCF bias. It’s in the name! Shoutout to the Mods who do a fantastic job, Valyrian Steel, Ezek XI, KungFuZizou, NeRObutBlanco, Felipejack, and Juninho. Word From Author: Coral: Mr. Juninho — have […]

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What We Learned: Takeways from Real Madrid’s 1-0 Win Over Getafe

More Questions Than Answers If you were hoping to get any insight into Xabi Alonso’s XI heading into El Clásico next weekend, he gave nothing away against Getafe. The decision everyone is impatiently waiting to see: whose spot does Jude Bellingham take — Arda Guler or Mastantuono? Maybe Juventus midweek in the Champions League will […]

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Trent Edges Closer to Return as Real Madrid Begin Preparations for Juventus

Real Madrid were back on the training pitch at Valdebebas on Monday morning, just a day after grinding out a 1–0 win away to Getafe. The session brought encouraging news for Xabi Alonso’s side ahead of Sunday’s El Clásico at the Santiago Bernabéu: Trent made a partial return to group training, signaling another step forward […]

MLB

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Churros y Tácticas Podcast: Real Madrid And Barcelona Limping To Clasico?

AUDIO: VIDEO: On this episode of the Churros y Tácticas Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Diego Lorijn discuss: Enjoy the raw Churros, Campeones! Did you enjoy these Churros? Get a more raw version once per week exclusively on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/ChurrosyTacticas.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Co-host and chief editor of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, along with Diego Lorijn — Barca TV, […]

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Thibaut Courtois expected to play vs Juventus – report

Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois is expected to be fit and ready for the game against Juventus on Wednesday, according to a report by The Athletic. Courtois suffered a knock on his right knee while making a match-winning stop in the final minutes of the game against Getafe on Sunday night. He held his right […]

NHL

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Managing Madrid Podcast | Madrid Mornings: Valuable win vs Getafe (0-1)

On this Members-only episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Lucas discusses Real Madrid’s crucial victory in Getafe (0-1). CLICK HERE FOR ACCESS Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2Pm 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 […]

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OPEN THREAD — Mehhh: 20 Oct. 2025

Welcome to The Daily Merengue — a place where you can feel free to discuss all things football. Do not be alarmed by the overt RMCF bias. It’s in the name! Shoutout to the Mods who do a fantastic job, Valyrian Steel, Ezek XI, KungFuZizou, NeRObutBlanco, Felipejack, and Juninho. Word From Author: Real Madrid v. Getafe Observations […]

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Eduardo Camavinga: “I’m very happy at Real Madrid”

Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga reminded fans that he is elated at the club, in a recent interview with TF1. The Frenchman was asked about his time at the club and whether he would leave a mark at Los Blancos. “Yes, for sure,” said Camavinga. He added: “I’m living a dream. Not everyone gets the […]

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Bordalas: “Vinícius came to me and said, ‘Very good substitution.’

Getafe manager José Bordalás was left fuming after his side’s 1–0 defeat to Real Madrid on Sunday night, criticizing the refereeing decisions that left his team with nine men and lamenting what he described as unnecessary provocation from Vinícius Jr. Speaking to Movistar+ in his post-game interview, Bordalás said his players’ hard work was undone […]

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Player Ratings: Getafe 0 – 1 Real Madrid

Real Madrid escaped the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez with all three points after a hard-fought battle against José Bordalás’s Getafe. It wasn’t a glamorous performance, but a mature one — capped off by a late Kylian Mbappé winner and another clean sheet for Xabi Alonso’s side. Player Ratings Thibaut Courtois: 7.5 Had little to do until […]

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Managing Madrid Podcast: Getafe 0 – 1 Real Madrid, La Liga 2025 – 2026

JOIN US IN TORONTO IN NOVEMBER. AUDIO: VIDEO: On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle discuss: 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, […]

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Immediate Reaction: Getafe 0-1 Real Madrid

Getafe 0-1 Real Madrid (Mbappé). The late show steals the points… Here is the immediate reaction. To come: Player ratings, interviews and a podcast. International break complete, and an away trip to Getafe awaited the players upon return. The short trip always proved to be a cagey occasion, and the line-up reflected this. Fede Valverde was at […]

MLS

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CONFIRMED lineups: Getafe vs Real Madrid, 2025 La Liga

Real Madrid have published their starting lineup for the upcoming match against Getafe in La Liga. Real Madrid starting XI: Courtois, Valverde, Militao, Alaba, Carreras, Tchouameni, Camavinga, Bellingham, Mastantuono, Rodrygo, Mbappe. Getafe starting XI (TBC): Soria, Dakonam, Abqar, Duarte, Femenia, Milla, Arambarri, Rico, Martin, Liso, Mayoral. Getafe’s defensive structure will likely force Real Madrid to […]

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OPEN THREAD | October 19, 2025

The Daily Merengue is a place where you can feel free to discuss all things football. Do not be alarmed by the overt RMCF bias. It’s in the name! Shoutout to the mods who do a fantastic job Kung_Fu_Zizou, Juninho, NeRObutBlanco, Felipejack, Ezek Ix and yours truly, Valyrian Steel. Gameday!! Mbappe’s minutes will be closely […]

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