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Real Madrid coach Álvaro Arbeloa openly spoke about his potential replacement in a press conference before taking on Sevilla as he said, “I don’t understand the whole “unruly locker room” thing; I don’t agree with it. The day the club makes a decision about next season’s coach, they’ll do so when they deem it appropriate. […]
It is looking increasingly likely that José Mourinho will be Real Madrid’s manager next season, 13 years on from his last stint at the Bernabéu. His first official match in charge of Los Blancos came against Michael Laudrup’s RCD Mallorca on August 29, 2010 — a goalless draw. Mourinho kicked off his three-year tenure with […]
Welcome to The Daily Merengue! THESE ARE YOUR MODS: Valyrian Steel, Ezek XI, KungFuZizou, NeRObutBlanco, Felipejack, and Juninho THE FIRE ISN’T GOING DOWN It’s like we’re trying to put out the fire with fuel. We better be careful before the USA gets involved with our club/players and starts an international investigation on where we’re getting […]
José Mourinho is set to become Real Madrid’s next manager and the deal will be announced immediately after the end of the season for Los Blancos, who play their last game on Saturday, May 23rd. MARCA are reporting that the Portuguese coach will have a say in the club’s transfer decisions, although he will not […]
Real Madrid beat Real Oviedo 2-0 on Thursday night, but the result quickly became secondary after Kylian Mbappé publicly revealed a private conversation with Álvaro Arbeloa. “Today I didn’t play because the coach told me that I am the fourth striker in the squad behind Mastantuono, Vini and Gonzalo. I accept it and I will […]
On this Members-only episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Lucas Navarrete discusses: 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 to connect and discuss the team. We […]
Debate around Kylian Mbappe and Real Madrid’s dressing room management intensified on Radio Estadio Noche following the Frenchman’s in-season trip to Italy and post-match press conference calling out Arbeloa. Edu Pidal questioned what message the club would send if Mbappe immediately returned to the starting XI. “If after this Mbappe starts on Sunday… it’s another […]
Benfica manager José Mourinho, who is on Real Madrid’s radar to coach the team next season, was asked about the Kylian Mbappé-Álvaro Arbeloa controversy during Friday’s press conference with Benfica. “It makes me sad because Arbeloa is a friend, he is one of those who gave soul and life when he was a player of […]
On this Members-only episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Mehedi Hassan and Sam Sharpe discuss Real Madrid’s win over Real Oviedo, but mostly talk about Alvaro Arbeloa’s post-game quotes. 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 […]
In this members-only episode of Madrid Mornings, Lucas shares his thoughts on Real Madrid’s win against Oviedo. 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 […]
Welcome to The Daily Merengue! THESE ARE YOUR MODS: Valyrian Steel, Ezek XI, KungFuZizou, NeRObutBlanco, Felipejack, and Juninho BOARD HIERARCHY I’ve said it here before and i’ll say it again. Kylian Mbappe is and has been the chosen one. Uncle Flo said it during his golden boot ceremony in front of all the other players […]
Alvaro Arbeloa spoke to the media after Real Madrid’s 2-0 win over Real Oviedo. He was asked about Kylian Mbappe’s comments about him being the fourth-choice striker, to which he said: “I wish I had four strikers. I don’t know what to say. I don’t have four strikers, and I didn’t say that. He probably […]
Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe spoke in the mixed zone after his team’s 2-0 win over Real Oviedo on Thursday. He did not start the game, and was asked after some of his comments whether he has had any problems with coach Alvaro Arbeloa, to which he said: “”No, none. I’m not going to have […]
Real Madrid 2-0 Real Oviedo (Gonzalo & Bellingham). Almost done… This is my immediate reaction. Coming up: Player ratings, interviews and a podcast with myself and Mehedi. Three games to go, with Real Oviedo at home the easiest of the bunch. Gonzalo García continued to start, joined by Brahim Díaz, Franco Mastantuono and Trent Alexander-Arnold. Six Castilla […]
Real Madrid have published their starting lineup for the upcoming match against Oviedo in La Liga. STARTING LINEUPS Real Madrid starting XI: Courtois; Trent, Asencio, Alaba, Carreras; Tchouaméni, Camavinga, Brahim; Mastantuono, Gonzalo and Vinicius. Oviedo starting XI (TBC): Aarón Escandell; Nacho Vidal, Bailly, Costas, Rahim; Colombatto, Fonseca; Ilyas Chaira, Reina, Thiago Fernández; Fede Viñas. HOW […]
The Real Madrid Foundation and the Alcohol and Society Foundation have officially renewed their collaboration agreement, continuing a partnership that began in 2021 with the goal of preventing alcohol consumption among minors through education, awareness, and sport. The renewal ceremony took place this morning and featured Real Madrid’s Director of Institutional Relations, Emilio Butragueño, alongside […]
Real Madrid has officially regained possession of the Santiago Bernabéu’s exclusive Sky Bar following a court-approved agreement between the club and the bankruptcy administration of Anastia Gourmet Hostelería SL, the company previously responsible for operating the venue. The club confirmed the development in an official statement, announcing that the Commercial Court overseeing Anastia Gourmet’s bankruptcy […]
Welcome to The Daily Merengue! THESE ARE YOUR MODS: Valyrian Steel, Ezek XI, KungFuZizou, NeRObutBlanco, Felipejack, and Juninho THIS STORM? Maybe it’s the storm before the calm or the storm that needs to be calmed. I think every issue we’ve had with our club has peaked, because our oga at the top has come out […]
Real Madrid’s presidential election process is officially underway, and while Florentino Pérez remains the overwhelming favorite to continue leading the club, the coming days could still produce intrigue, political maneuvering, and perhaps even a challenger. The club formally announced the election process on Thursday, laying out a detailed calendar that will determine whether Pérez cruises […]
Real Madrid have published their squad list for Thursday’s match against Oviedo in La Liga. REAL MADRID SQUAD LIST:Goalkeepers: Courtois, Fran González, and Mestre.Defenders: Carvajal, Alaba, Trent, Asencio, Á. Carreras, Fran García, Rüdiger, and Joan Martínez.Midfielders: Bellingham, Camavinga, Tchouameni, Thiago, and Palacios.Forwards: Vini Jr., Mbappé, Gonzalo, Brahim, Mastantuono, and Yáñez. Mbappé returns to the squad and is likely […]
Real Madrid host Oviedo in what will be the first home game since the team officially lost any chance of conquering the 2025-26 LaLiga title. Oviedo are also officially relegated by now, so this game will be almost meaningless apart from the Bernabéu’s reaction and potential whistles to the squad. PREDICTED LINEUPS Real Madrid predicted […]
Real Madrid host Oviedo in a completely meaningless game for both sides. Oviedo are officially relegated and Real Madrid have nothing to play for, so it’s all about staying healthy for both sides. Real Madrid predicted XI: Courtois; Trent, Asencio, Rüdiger, Fran García; Tchouaméni, Camavinga, Bellingham; Mastantuono, Mbappé and Vinicius. Oviedo predicted XI: Aarón Escandell; […]
El Clásico was a microcosm of Real Madrid’s season. Los Blancos had one mission to fulfill, which was to delay their archrivals’ league win celebrations. However, from the get-go, it was glaringly obvious that Real Madrid’s players lacked enthusiasm, urgency, and fighting spirit. That was mirrored in the way Alvaro Arbeloa’s side pressed high and […]
Potential Real Madrid presidential candidate Enrique Riquelme wrote an open letter to current president Florentino Pérez on Wednesday, calling for more time before elections are held. The Spanish-born businessman is currently in Mexico and outlined his motives and beliefs in a letter calling for dialogue between the two camps, as Riquelme increasingly appears to be […]
After calling elections in a heated press conference on Tuesday, Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez gave his first interview of a re-election campaign to Josep Pedrerol of El Chiringuito on Wednesday evening. Florentino on the reaction to his press conference “I’m a little surprised by the situation. There’s been media criticism that doesn’t reflect reality. […]