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OPEN THREAD | FEB 28, 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 UCL TIE YAWWNNN!! We got Citeh!….again. […]
OFFICIAL: Raúl Asencio injury report
Real Madrid have published a medical report on defender Raúl Asencio, who suffered a scary neck injury during the return leg of the Champions League’s Round of 32 against Benfica and was forced to leave the game. After the tests carried out to our player Raúl Asencio by the Medical Services of Real Madrid has […]
Real Madrid draw Manchester City in Champions League’s Round of 16
Real Madrid have drawn Manchester City in the Champions League’s Round of 16. With Sporting Lisbon as the other option Los Blancos could’ve faced in the next round of the competition, this is definitely the toughest outcome for madridistas. Madrid and Manchester City have already played each other this season, with Guardiola’s men conquering the […]
OPEN THREAD | FEBRUARY 27, 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. CASTILLA ORPHAN SYNDROME Watching Arbeloa’s short […]
Thiago Pitarch impresses Alvaro Arbeloa in tie vs Benfica – report
Real Madrid Castilla player Thiago Pitarch has impressed first team head coach Alvaro Arbeloa after the tie against Benfica, according to a report from MARCA. Thiago came on during the stoppage time of their first win over Benfica, before making his second appearance in the second leg of the tie — this time playing from […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: Is Vinicius Back To His Best? Was Franco Worth It? Who Is The GOAT? MAILBAG!
On this Members-only episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss: 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 a means for Real Madrid fans […]
DISCUSSION: The Mathematical Explanation Behind Real Madrid’s Penalties
A lot of Barcelona fans come out full voice criticizing the amount of penalties Real Madrid has gotten this season. But, of course, should there really be any objection to these penalties? If opponents don’t want to have a penalty called against them, is it possible they should just…. stop fouling Real Madrid’s players in […]
Numbers Narrative: Real Madrid 2-1 Benfica
The new format of the UEFA Champions League offers something impossible in the previous format – three consecutive games against the same opponent. Real Madrid played Benfica in these games over the last few weeks, and finally the series is over, with Real Madrid making it to the round of 16, the difficult way, with […]
Managing Madrid Podcast | Madrid Mornings: Pedestrian win (vs Benfica, 2-1)
In this episode of Madrid Mornings, Lucas shares his thoughts on Real Madrid’s pedestrian victory over Benfica. 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 a means for Real […]
Player Ratings: Real Madrid 2 – 1 Benfica
Real Madrid booked their place in the next round with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Benfica at the Santiago Bernabéu. It wasn’t always comfortable, but individual quality — and timely interventions — made the difference. Starting XI Thibaut Courtois: 8Made four saves on the night, including one outrageous stop in the first half. Left completely […]
DANCING FLAG VICTORY | FEB 26, 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. DANCING FLAG Vini dances the team […]
Tchouameni: “We definitely need more consistency”
Aurélien Tchouaméni stepped up on a big European night at the Santiago Bernabéu, scoring and earning Man of the Match honors in Real Madrid’s 2-1 win over Benfica. After the final whistle, the French midfielder spoke in the mixed zone about the importance of the victory, the team’s mentality, and several key topics surrounding the […]
Real Madrid Expel Fan After Nazi Salute Incident at the Bernabéu
In the buildup to Real Madrid’s Champions League clash with Benfica, an incident in the stands prompted swift action from the club. Shortly before kickoff, television cameras captured a supporter in the Fan Stand section making a Nazi salute. The footage quickly circulated, and stadium security responded immediately. According to the club, personnel identified the […]
Real Madrid Await Champions League Draw: Manchester City or Sporting Lisbon Up Next?
Real Madrid are through to yet another Champions League round of 16 after dispatching Benfica, and as always, the road ahead promises intrigue. The identity of their next opponent will be determined in Friday’s draw, which will map out the bracket for the remainder of the tournament. From that point on, the path to the […]
Álvaro Arbeloa: “Without Mbappé, Vini is even more important”
Real Madrid coach Álvaro Arbeloa spoke after his team’s 2-1 win against Benfica to reach the UEFA Champions League last 16 to highlight the role of Vinícius as he said, “I’m happy, because he did well and he deserves it, because of his form and how well he’s playing, and because without Mbappé, it’s even […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: Real Madrid 2 – 1 Benfica, Post-game Reaction, 2nd Leg, Champions League 2025 – 2026
On this Members-only episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle discuss: CLICK HERE FOR ACCESS Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. […]
Immediate Reaction: Real Madrid 2-1 Benfica
Real Madrid 2-1 Benfica (Tchouaméni & Vinícius Júnior). Through to the next round… Here is the reaction to the uneventful win. Up next: Player ratings, interviews and a podcast. After the disgraceful scenes in the opening leg, a manager-less Benfica with one less controversial Argentinian would hopefully make for a quieter showing this time around. Still, there was […]
CONFIRMED lineups: Real Madrid vs Benfica, 2026 Champions League
Real Madrid have published their starting lineup for the upcoming match against Benfica in the return leg of the Champions League’s Round of 32. CONFIRMED LINEUPS Real Madrid XI: Courtois; Trent, Rüdiger, Asencio, Carreras; Tchouaméni, Valverde, Camavinga, Güler; Vinicius, Gonzalo. Benfica predicted XI: Trubin; Dedic, Otamendi, T. Araújo, Dahl; Aursnes, Barreiro; Lukébakio, Sudakov, Schjelderup; Pavlidis. […]
UEFA Rejects Benfica Appeal: Gianluca Prestianni Ruled Out of Second Leg at the Bernabéu
UEFA has officially rejected Benfica’s appeal regarding Gianluca Prestianni, confirming that the Argentine winger’s provisional suspension will remain in place. As a result, he will not feature in tonight’s Champions League clash against Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu. Benfica had attempted to overturn the precautionary suspension that was handed down following the first leg. […]
Real Madrid announce squad for Champions League match against Benfica
Real Madrid have published their squad list for today’s match against Benfica in the return leg of the Champions League’s Round of 32. REAL MADRID SQUAD:Goalkeepers: Courtois, Lunin, and Fran González.Defenders: Carvajal, Alaba, Trent, Asencio, Á. Carreras, Fran García, Rüdiger, and Mendy.Midfielders: Camavinga, Valverde, Tchouameni, Arda Güler, Cestero, Manuel Ángel, Palacios, and Thiago.Forwards: Vini Jr., Gonzalo, Brahim, and Mastantuono. […]
Real Madrid vs Benfica 2026 live stream: Time, TV channels and how to watch La Liga online
Real Madrid host Benfica in the return leg of the Champions League’s Round of 32 with a 1-0 lead on aggregate. Los Blancos lost all momentum they had gather with a dispirited loss in Pamplona against Osasuna this weekend, so now they will have to bounce back and take care of business once again. This […]
Real Madrid vs Benfica, 2026 Champions League: Predicted lineups
Real Madrid host Benfica in the second leg of the Champions League’s Round of 32 and they will almost certainly do so without Kylian Mbappé, who is suffering from a sore knee. In his absence, Gonzalo García will likely start in the center of the attacking line. Real Madrid predicted XI: Courtois; Trent, Rüdiger, Asencio, […]
DANCING CORNER FLAG (PART II) | FEB 25, 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. SHOWTIME I hope Vini scores today […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: Real Madrid vs Benfica Preview, 2nd Leg, with RabonaTV
AUDIO: VIDEO: On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Adrian Sousa discuss: – Benfica’s disappointing reaction to everything that happened in the first leg against Real Madrid – Jose Mourinho skipping the pre-game press conference – The path to Real Madrid getting eliminated – The key Benfica’s attack – And more. […]
Dodi Lukebakio Speaks Out on Vinicius Controversy: “Any Injustice Deserves to Face the Consequences”
In an interview with Pickx+Sports, Dodi Lukebakio addressed the controversy surrounding Vinicius Jr. and the incident with Prestianni that has dominated headlines in recent days. Reflecting on Racism From a Distance Lukebakio began by admitting that he has often thought about how he would respond if placed in a similar situation. “I’ve talked about this […]
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