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Rodri Opens Door to Real Madrid Move
Manchester City midfielder Rodri has sparked significant transfer speculation after openly discussing the possibility of playing for Real Madrid and returning to La Liga, in a revealing interview with Onda Cero. The Spanish international did not shy away from addressing links to Madrid, making it clear that a move—despite his Atlético Madrid past—would not be […]
Mbappé denies reports of Real Madrid examining uninjured knee
Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé talked to the press during France’s training camp and denied the reports about the club erroneously evaluating his uninjured knee during the winter. “The information that Real Madrid examined the wrong knee is not true. We’ve always had clear communication with Real Madrid. Maybe I have some indirect responsibility, because […]
Karanka praises Pitarch’s “commitment” to Spain
Thiago Pitarch’s breakout at Real Madrid is now being recognized at international level, with Spain’s Director of Development Aitor Karanka highlighting the midfielder’s decision to represent the national team. Speaking at an event in Las Rozas, Karanka pointed to Pitarch as an example of commitment, particularly given the option to represent Morocco. “Thiago is an […]
Valverde suspended for one game
Real Madrid midfielder Fede Valverde will serve a one-game suspension after the red card he saw during the team’s win against Atlético de Madrid in the Derby. Real Madrid appealed the red card but it didn’t go through and the Spanish Football Federation suspended the midfielder for just one game, meaning that Valverde will miss […]
Four-Four-Two | 25 March 2026
The Daily Merengue is a place where you can feel free to d 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, Ezek, Valyrian Steel, Felipejack, Juninho, NeRObutBlanco and yours truly, Kung_Fu_Zizou Arbeloa is on a tear. Absences of Kylian Mbappe and Bellingham have allowed Real […]
Real Madrid target Schlotterbeck set to sign extension with Dortmund -report
Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck is about to sign a contract extension with his current club, one which will keep him in the club for five more years and give him a significant salary raise. Schlotterbeck’s current deal with Dortmund expires in the summer of 2027 and that’s the main reason why Real Madrid were […]
Antonio Rüdiger Explains The Psychology Of Getting In A Striker’s Head
Antonio Rüdiger has opened up about his physical struggles, mentality, and approach to defending in a candid interview with Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, offering insight into a challenging period in his career and his return to full fitness. The Real Madrid defender revealed that he had been dealing with ongoing physical issues for much of the […]
CTA backs Valverde red card decision after Real Madrid–Atlético controversy
The fallout from Real Madrid’s derby clash with Atlético Madrid continues, with the Spanish refereeing authorities stepping in to defend the game’s most debated moment: the red card shown to Federico Valverde for a foul on Alex Baena. The incident, reviewed extensively, has now been formally upheld by Spain’s Technical Committee of Referees (CTA), who […]
Dean Huijsen: “I still think Fede’s foul wasn’t a red card”
At a promotional event with the Spanish National Team, Dean Huijsen spoke candidly about his pride in representing Spain, his recent performances, and the scrutiny that comes with playing at the highest level. The young defender began by emphasizing what the national team call-up means to him, while also acknowledging a dip in form earlier […]
Real Madrid doctors erroneously evaluated uninjured knee in Mbappé exam -report
Real Madrid’s medical staff made a colossal mistake when they examined Kylian Mbappé‘s knee injury and actually scanned his uninjured right knee instead of the left one, according to a report from RMC later confirmed by Cadena COPE’s Miguel Ángel Díaz. There has been plenty of controversy around Mbappé’s knee injury, with the French star […]
Mbappé: “A lot of lies have been told about my knee injury”
Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé talked to the press during this FIFA break and shared some quotes about his recent knee injury. “The knee is fine, much better. It’s going pretty well, although I know there’s been quite a bit of speculation about it and lies have been told. It’s the life of a high-level […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: Can Real Madrid Win The Champions League? Who Starts When Everyone Is Healthy?
AUDIO: VIDEO: On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani is joined by Sara Poraria of Sporty TV to discuss: – Real Madrid’s chances of winning the Champions League – Are they among the elite this season? – What happens now that Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham are back? – Can Vinicius and […]
“Vinicius and Valverde have assumed the leadership roles in absence of Mbappe and Bellingham”
Real Madrid’s recent run of form continues to draw praise across Spanish radio, with Onda Cero’s Radio Estadio Noche program highlighting both the team’s competitiveness and the emergence of new leaders in the absence of key players. Ortego pointed to the overall structure and mentality of the team under Álvaro Arbeloa. “This Arbeloa Madrid is […]
Real Madrid to appeal Valverde’s red card
Real Madrid are set to appeal Fede Valverde’s red card during Sunday’s Madrid Derby against Atlético de Madrid. Valverde tackled Álex Baena and the club believes it should have been a standard yellow card and that referee Munuera Montero sent the Uruguayan midfielder off because of his previous history with the Atlético player. The rift […]
Managing Madrid Podcast | Madrid Mornings: Statement W in the Derby! (vs Atlético, 3-2)
In this episode of Madrid Mornings, Lucas shares his thoughts on Real Madrid’s win against Atlético de Madrid in the Derby. CLICK HERE FOR ACCESS 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 […]
Huijsen: “Is Real Madrid back? Well, I think it never really left”
Dean Huijsen delivered another complete performance in Real Madrid’s 3-2 derby win over Atletico Madrid. On a night where Madrid needed composure, structure, and reliability at the back, Huijsen stepped up. His performance — marked by near-flawless distribution and a string of crucial clearances — reflected a player growing into both his role and the […]
Player Ratings: Real Madrid 3-2 Atletico Madrid
Player Ratings: Real Madrid 3-2 Atletico Madrid Andriy Lunin: 7His distribution needed to be better, and he nearly gifted Atletico a goal with one poor giveaway. Still, he made five saves and could do little about either of the two goals conceded. Dani Carvajal: 6He struggled defensively against Lookman at times, though he did provide […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: Real Madrid 3 – 2 Atletico Madrid, Post-game Reaction, La Liga 2025 – 2026
On this Members-only episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani gives his thoughts directly from the Bernabeu after Real Madrid defeat Atletico Madrid 3 – 2. Discussed: The performances of Fran Garcia, Brahim Diaz, Vinicius Jr, Fede Valverde, Dean Huijsen and much more, including the the performances of the past four games, Andriy Lunin, […]
Three questions and three answers from Real Madrid 3-2 Atlético Madrid
Real Madrid emerged the victors after a pulsating 3-2 win over city rivals Atlético Madrid in the Derbi Madrileño at the Bernabéu on Sunday night. Ademola Lookman put the visitors ahead before Vinícius Júnior scored a penalty to equalise early in the second half, with Fede Valverde then pouncing to score a second only minutes […]
Álvaro Arbeloa: “I don’t know if this is the best moment of Vini’s career, but he’s not far off”
Speaking after a thrilling 3-2 win over Atlético Madrid in La Liga at the Bernabéu, Real Madrid coach Álvaro Arbeloa was full of praise for goalscorer Vinícius Júnior as he said: “Another brilliant performance. Another display of talent, of courage, of fearlessness. Of making mistakes and trying again. As I always say, we’re incredibly lucky […]
Immediate Reaction: Real Madrid 3-2 Atlético Madrid
Real Madrid 3-2 Atlético Madrid (Vinícius Júnior x2 & Valverde). An all-action derby victory… This is my immediate reaction to memorable showdown. Coming up: Player ratings, interviews and a derby podcast. Fresh off of the elation from the Manchester City tie, Atlético Madrid would be a hurdle just as mighty on paper. Every point matters in a La […]
CONFIRMED lineups: Real Madrid vs Atlético de Madrid, 2026 La Liga
Real Madrid have published their starting lineup for the upcoming match against Atlético de Madrid in La Liga. Los Blancos need the three points to keep the race for the 2025-26 Liga title competitive, as Barcelona got the win at home against Rayo Vallecano. STARTING LINEUPS: Real Madrid starting XI: Lunin, Carvajal, Rudiger, Huijsen, Fran, […]
Real Madrid announce squad for La Liga match against Atlético de Madrid
Real Madrid have published their squad list for Sunday’s match against Atlético de Madrid in La Liga. REAL MADRID SQUAD LIST:Goalkeepers: Lunin, Sergio Maestre and Fran González.Defenders: Carvajal, Alaba, Trent, Carreras, Fran García, Rüdiger, Huijsen, Diego Aguado.Midfielders: Bellingham, Camavinga, Valverde, Tchouameni, Arda Güler, Manuel Ángel and Thiago.Forwards: Vini Jr., Mbappé, Gonzalo, Brahim, and Mastantuono. HOW […]
Real Madrid vs Atlético de Madrid 2026 live stream: Time, TV channels and how to watch La Liga online
Real Madrid host Atlético de Madrid in what’s almost certainly going to be the last Madrid Derby of the season (both teams could potentially meet in the Champions League Final) and a decisive one, given that Los Blancos need the three points to stay alive in the race for La Liga title. Mbappé will likely […]
Referee named for Madrid Derby between Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid
The Spanish Football Federation have appointed José Luis Munuera Montero as the man in charge of Sunday’s Madrid Derby between Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid in La Liga, a decisive game where Los Blancos will need the three points in order to keep competing for the title. This will be Munuera Montero’s second Madrid […]
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