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Real Madrid’s Emotional Tribute to Diogo Jota at Anfield
On the eve of their Champions League clash with Liverpool, Real Madrid took time to honor the memory of Diogo Jota and his brother André Jota in a moving tribute outside Anfield. The ceremony brought together figures from both clubs and highlighted the unity between them in moments of loss. Representing Real Madrid were manager […]
Ancelotti: “I Told Vinicius He Made a Mistake — The Matter Is Resolved”
Carlo Ancelotti, speaking at a press conference to announce Brazil’s squad for the upcoming friendlies against Tunisia and Senegal, addressed the recent controversy surrounding Vinícius Jr. and his reaction to being substituted during the Clásico. The Brazilian forward had shown visible frustration toward Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso after being taken off. Ancelotti was quick […]
A Brief History of Real Madrid vs. Liverpool
Xabi Alonso labelled the Real Madrid vs. Liverpool match as a European classic in his pre-game press conference on Monday. This is his second visit to Anfield in two years. Almost exactly a year ago, his Leverkusen side was dismantled by Arne Slot’s Liverpool. Things have changed for Slot and Liverpool this season. For Xabi […]
Churros y Tácticas Podcast: Real Madrid 5 Points Clean Of Barca Before A Trip To Anfield
AUDIO: VIDEO: On this episode of the Churros y Tácticas Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Diego Lorijn discuss: 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, VIVA La Liga TV host, […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: Liverpool vs Real Madrid PREVIEW, Champions League 2025 – 2026
TORONTO EVENT: CLICK HERE. AUDIO: VIDEO: On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Josh Sexton discuss: 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 to connect and discuss the team. We would […]
Xabi Alonso: “I try to distance myself from the emotion at every ground I return to”
Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso spoke to the media a day before their game against Liverpool at Anfield on Tuesday. He was asked about his emotions going into the game at Anfield, a ground where he spent five years of his footballing career, to which he said: “I try not to let my emotions cloud […]
Huijsen: “I fit well with Xabi’s ideas and the club’s plans”
Dean Huijsen spoke to the media alongside Xabi Alonso a day before Real Madrid’s match against Liverpool at Anfield on Tuesday. He was asked about how his fit has worked out at his new club, to which he said: “Real Madrid is a dream. For me and for everyone, they are the best team and […]
Castilla After Ten Games
Ten league games have passed. Twelve in all if you include the cup. After a summer of overhaul and anticipation, we finally have something tangible to assess. Castilla under Álvaro Arbeloa is starting to take shape after a chaotic start, so let’s dive into the first ten games and analyse how this sets the team […]
OPEN THREAD | NOV 3RD, 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 MASTAN Mastan’s time on the pitch […]
What We Learned: Key Takeaways from Real Madrid’s 4-0 Win Over Valencia
Fede Valverde Is an Exceptional Right-Back Yes, we knew this already — but against Valencia, Fede Valverde once again showed his best version from right-back. I’m as excited as anyone to see what Trent Alexander-Arnold can bring to Real Madrid, but Valverde at right-back still feels like the perfect role to maximize his attributes. He […]
Van Dijk: “Trent Was Very Important for Us — But Now He’s the Opponent”
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has spoken about the emotional return of former teammate Trent Alexander-Arnold to Anfield, as the right-back prepares to face his old club in Real Madrid colors in tomorrow night’s Champions League clash — though, due to his health, may not appear in the match at all. Alexander-Arnold, who joined Real […]
Real Madrid announce squad for Champions League match against Liverpool
Real Madrid have published their squad list for Tuesday’s match against Liverpool in the Champions League. REAL MADRID SQUAD:Goalkeepers: Courtois, Lunin and Fran González.Defenders: Militão, Trent, Asencio, Á. Carreras, Fran García, F. Mendy and Huijsen.Midfielders: Bellingham, Camavinga, Valverde, Tchouameni, Arda Güler and D. Ceballos.Forwards: Vini Jr, Endrick, Mbappé, Rodrygo, Gonzalo and Brahim. Franco Mastantuono is […]
Injury report: Mastantuono diagnosed with pubalgia
Real Madrid have published a medical report on Franco Mastantuono, who was diagnosed with sports hernia (pubalgia) today and will be out indefinitely. Per Realmadrid.comAfter the examinations carried out today on our player Franco Mastantuono by the Real Madrid Medical Services, he has been diagnosed with a sports hernia (pubalgia). Pending evolution. The timetable for […]
Arda Güler escapes ankle injury, ready to face Liverpool
Real Madrid play maker Arda Güler had to leave the field during the match against Valencia with what appeared to be an ankle injury, but the Turkish player avoided any kind of damage and will be available and ready to face Liverpool when Los Blancos visit Anfield in the Champions League this Tuesday. Güler tweaked […]
Referee named for Champions League match between Liverpool and Real Madrid
UEFA have appointed Romanian referee Istvan Kovacs as the man in charge of Tuesday’s match between Liverpool and Real Madrid, which will be played at Anfield with kick-off scheduled for 21:00 CET. Per Realmadrid.comIstván Kovács has been chosen to officiate the Champions League matchday four clash between Real Madrid and Liverpool at Anfield (Tuesday, 9:00 pm CET). The Romanian […]
Trent Alexander-Arnold: “Xabi Alonso was an idol of mine”
Trent Alexander-Arnold called Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso an idol of his in a recent interview with Prime Video Sport. He said: “Xabi Alonso was an idol of mine. He was someone I looked up to, practiced a lot of his passes, and still now in training when he likes to show off. Phew, it’s […]
Managing Madrid Podcast | Madrid Mornings: Easy W against Valencia (4-0)
On this Members-only episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Lucas reviews Real Madrid’s comfortable win against Valencia. 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 4 – 0 Valencia
Player Ratings: Real Madrid 4 – 0 Valencia Thibaut Courtois: 7. Barely had to move all night. Made the saves he needed to make. A calm, routine outing for the Belgian. Fede Valverde: 8.5. Locked down the right wing with ease, unleashed a few menacing shots from distance, and capped it off with an assist. […]
OPEN THREAD: NOV 2ND, 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 PSA Due to unforeseen circumstances. The […]
Xabi Alonso: “Carreras is very competitive, he does everything well”
Xabi Alonso spoke to the media after Real Madrid’s 4-0 win over Valencia at the Santiago Bernabeu on Saturday night. He was asked about Alvaro Carreras’ performance, about which he said: “He’s very competitive, does everything well, stays focused when the ball is out of reach, is strong in duels, and knows how to choose […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: Real Madrid 4 – 0 Valencia, La Liga 2025 – 2026
TORONTO EVENT: CLICK HERE AUDIO: VIDEO: On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle discuss: And more. 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, […]
Immediate Reaction: Real Madrid 4-0 Valencia
Real Madrid 4-0 Valencia (Mbappé x2, Bellingham & Carreras). The wins keep on coming… Here is the reaction to the game. Other stuff: Player ratings, interviews and a podcast. The Clásico was won, but Dani Carvajal was lost as a result after picking up a knee injury. For the Valencia fixture, Trent Alexander-Arnold continued to be deemed unfit […]
CONFIRMED lineups: Real Madrid vs Valencia, 2025 La Liga
Real Madrid have published their starting lineup for the upcoming match against Valencia in La Liga. Real Madrid starting XI: Courtois, Fede Valverde, Militao, Huijsen, Carreras, Tchouameni, Arda Güler, Bellingham, Mastantuono, Vinicius, Mbappé. Valencia starting XI (TBC): Agirrezabala, Thierry, Tarrega, Copete, Gaya, Pepelu, Guerra, Rioja, Lopez, Beltran, Danjuma. Alonso has decided not to make rotations […]
Starting Lineups: RCD Espanyol vs. Real Madrid; Liga F 2025
Real Madrid face RCD Espanyol on matchday 9 of Liga F. This is how Pau Quesada lined up the team. Misa starts in goal. Eva Navarro starts on RB, Rocío and Méndez make the CB duo, and Holmgaard plays on LB. Toletti and Däbritz are the pivot duo with Angeldahl as a part of the […]
Preview, Squad List, Team News: RCD Espanyol vs. Real Madrid; Liga F 2025
Preview Real Madrid face RCD Espanyol on matchday 8 of Liga F. Las Blancas travel to Barcelona for the first match back from the October international break. Real Madrid finished the month of October in second place, tied with third-placed Real Sociedad with 17 points. With 5 out of 5 wins in October, 3 of […]
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