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Daily Thread: 24 Jul. 2026
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. A Short Daily Thread More on Rodri. The […]
Arda Güler: One Of The Bright Spots Of Real Madrid’s Season, Ready To Take Another Leap
These observations — where I look at Real Madrid’s history, its players on loan, Castilla, tactical tidbits, and other relevant thoughts — are now a regular thing. All previous editions can be found here. Just over two years ago, in January of 2024, Arda Güler — after an injury-riddled start to his Real Madrid career — finally […]
Real Madrid unveil dark green away kit for the 2026-27 season
Real Madrid have officially revealed their new away kit for the 2026-27 campaign, completing the club’s matchday collection after previously launching the home strip ahead of the new season. The new adidas design features a dark green base with off-white accents, reviving a color combination that has appeared in the club’s history while giving it […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: How to get the best of Arda and Jude. PLUS: Rodri, Olise, and…. Who is the GOAT (objectively)?
On this Members-only episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss: CLICK HERE FOR ACCESS Thanks for being a Member. We hope you enjoy the show! 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 […]
Camavinga not even considering Real Madrid departure
Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga is working hard during the team’s preseason stage and is not even considering a departure from the Spanish capital even though the club would like to part ways with him if a good offer comes their way, sources told Managing Madrid. It certainly looks like the French midfielder is going […]
Endrick named UNICEF ambassador in Brazil
Real Madrid forward Endrick has been appointed as UNICEF’s newest ambassador in Brazil, the organization announced on Wednesday. The 20-year-old joins a select group of Brazilian public figures who use their platforms to raise awareness about children’s rights and support UNICEF’s initiatives throughout the country. Fellow ambassadors include television presenter Maísa, actor Renato Aragão, singer […]
Luís Figo weighs in on Rodri, Mbappé’s Ballon d’Or chances, and Real Madrid’s priorities
Real Madrid legend Luís Figo shared his thoughts on several of football’s biggest talking points while speaking at a Betfair event, discussing Rodri’s links to the Spanish giants, the Ballon d’Or race following the FIFA World Cup, and what José Mourinho’s side must accomplish this season. Figo was first asked about the persistent speculation linking […]
Real Madrid continue preseason work as Valverde returns
Real Madrid completed another day of preseason preparations at Valdebebas on Wednesday, with José Mourinho continuing to put his squad through an intense training schedule as the team builds toward the start of the 2026-27 campaign. The session marked the club’s third training day of the second week of preseason and included the return of […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: The Pros And Cons Of Rodri.
On this La Liga Tier Members-only episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Lucas Navarrete, and Sam Sharpe — along with La Liga Tier Members live on the call — discuss: CLICK HERE FOR ACCESS Thanks for being a La Liga Tier Member. We hope you enjoy the show! The site is run by […]
Ventana Abierta: 23 Jul. 2026
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. Open Window Dear MM, I’m starting to enjoy […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: Winners And Losers: Real Madrid’s Players In The World Cup
AUDIO: VIDEO: On this jam-packed episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani is joined by Musa Okwonga, Phil Kitro, Siavoush Fallahi, Ahmet Bob Torgut, and Matt Wiltse to discuss: 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, […]
Managing Madrid Readers Name Jude Bellingham the Club’s Most Impressive World Cup Player
Managing Madrid readers have chosen Jude Bellingham as the Real Madrid player who impressed them most at the 2026 World Cup. The survey was from the World Cup Reacts as part of SB Nation’s partnership with FanDuel: Bellingham received 60% of the vote, giving him a commanding lead over the rest of the field. His performances […]
Fulham pushing to sign Gonzalo Garcia from Real Madrid – Report
Fulham are in talks to sign Gonzalo García from Real Madrid, according to a report from The Athletic. This report comes a single day after COPE and others suggested Mourinho wants Gonzalo Garcia to stay. New Fulham manager Alvaro Arbeloa is driving the move after working closely with the striker in Madrid’s academy and first […]
Mbappé, Bellingham and Cucurella make 2026 FIFA World Cup Dream XI
Real Madrid players Kylian Mbappé, Jude Bellingham and Marc Cucurella have been selected in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Dream XI, featuring the best team and voted by the fans. FIFA World Cup Dream XI: Vozinha (Cape Verde), Pedro Porro (Spain), Upamecano (France), Lisandro (Argentina), Cucurella (Spain), Rodri (Spain), Olise (France), Bellingham (England), Messi (Argentina), […]
Captain Velverde is eager to learn from Mourinho
Real Madrid’s new captain, Federico Valverde, shared his thoughts on new manager Jose Mourinho on Wednesday. Valverde returned to training after Uruguay had a disappointing first-round elimination at the World Cup. “I’m eager to learn from Mourinho, to try and listen to every piece of advice he gives me. To get the most out of […]
Fede Valverde rejoins Real Madrid squad in training
Real Madrid midfielder Fede Valverde passed his preseason medical and rejoined the squad in training at Valdebebas, the club announced on its official website. Valverde is the second international player to join Real Madrid’s group after Arda Güler did so earlier this week. Fede Valverde has now joined the ranks of Real Madrid following his […]
Sensible Changes: 22 Jul. 2026
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. Sensible Change? Dear MM, First, apologies for any […]
Is Rodri The Man Real Madrid Need?
When Rodri, as Spain’s captain, lifted the World Cup trophy shortly after Spain played Argentina off the park in a one-sided and score-deceiving final, it was hard to think of a better player to bring in to Real Madrid next season to help lift the midfield to new heights. That’s for a variety of reasons, […]
Raúl Asencio’s trainer explains Real Madrid defender’s mentality ahead of new season: “He has all the qualities to succeed”
Raúl Asencio heads into Real Madrid’s new season looking to leave behind a difficult end to the previous campaign, and according to his personal trainer, Luiso Hernández, the defender has used that disappointment as motivation. Speaking in an interview with AS, Hernández detailed the work Asencio has put in during the offseason, his adaptation to […]
Fernando Santos backs Bernardo Silva to thrive at Real Madrid: “They’ve signed a phenomenon”
Fernando Santos has thrown his full support behind Bernardo Silva ahead of the midfielder’s first season at Real Madrid, describing the Portuguese international as a “phenomenon” both on and off the pitch. Speaking to AS, the former Portugal manager reflected on his years working with Bernardo and explained why he believes the midfielder is perfectly […]
Gonzalo García now expected to stay at Real Madrid -report
Real Madrid striker Gonzalo García is now expected to stay at the club past this summer, having performed at a high level during the first few training sessions under José Mourinho, according to a report from COPE’s Arancha Rodríguez. Gonzalo was rumored to be on his way out of the club, with several teams interested […]
The mysterious origin story of why Real Madrid wear white
The club began as Madrid Football Club in March 1902, with the Englishman Arthur Johnson among its founders. Johnson played centre-forward (and even in goal), scored Real’s first goal, and later became the club’s coach. He also shaped how it looked. The accepted story traces the white shirt to Corinthian, the London amateur side admired […]
Lunin misses Real Madrid’s training session with muscle fatigue
Real Madrid backup goalkeeper Andriy Lunin missed Tuesday’s training session with muscle fatigue he picked up during Monday’s session. Lunin is expected to recover in time for the team’s first preseason match against Leganés, which will be played at Valdebebas behind closed doors this Friday. Lunin will almost certainly start, given that starting goalkeeper Thibaut […]
Florentino Pérez currently reluctant about Real Madrid signing Rodri -report
Manchester City midfielder Rodri Hernández has led Spain to their second FIFA World Cup title this summer, bouncing back from a difficult season where he spent some crucial time recovering from the ACL injury he suffered more than a year ago. The Spanish player is very keen on signing for Real Madrid this summer, according […]
WillCopper9’s Open Thread: 21 Jul. 2026
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. Before Tactics, Before Transfers, Before Titles Watch Real […]
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