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Recap: Real Madrid will face Chelsea in the UEFA Youth League

The Real Madrid under-19’s strolled past Marseille on Tuesday in first knock-out fixture of the second phase of the UEFA Youth League. Eight (!) Castilla players started the match, with one more coming in from the bench – providing a clear indication of how seriously the club are taking the tournament this year. They won […]

Rodrygo suspended for the entire tie against Benfica in the Champions League

UEFA has issued a two-match suspension for Real Madrid attacker Rodrygo Goes, who got sent off during the team’s away match in Lisbon against Benfica. Therefore, Rodrygo will miss the two games of the Champions League’s Round of 32 against Mourinho’s men. This will be a significant absence for Real Madrid, given that Rodrygo had […]

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Open Thread: February 6, 2026

The Open Thread/Daily Merengue is a place where you can discuss anything and everything related to football. Feel free to discuss the topics presented here, or start your very own discussions! The Open thread will be posted every day by one of the mods you’d totally do a movie marathon night with: Valyrian Steel, Felipejack, […]

Managing Madrid Podcast: Debunking Myths About Arda Güler With Data

AUDIO: VIDEO: On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Don Amancio discuss: Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. 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 […]

Alexander-Arnold and Mendy rejoin Real Madrid squad in training

Real Madrid defenders Trent Alexander-Arnold and Ferland Mendy rejoined the squad in training this Thursday and completed the entire session with the group, according to the club’s official website. They will be available to face Valencia when Real Madrid visit Mestalla in what’s expected to be a crucial game for Los Blancos on Sunday. Neither […]

Real Madrid’s Flawed Diamond

Once, Ralf Rangnick, Austria national team manager, said, “A little bit of pressing is like a little bit pregnant. Either you are pregnant or not. Either you want to play pressing or not. But please, not a little bit of pressing.” Against Rayo Vallecano, Real Madrid executed a little bit of pressing. Alvaro Arbeloa set the […]

Flamengo Rekindle Talk of Vinícius Jr. Return as Contract Talks with Real Madrid Remain Unresolved

The connection between Vinícius Júnior and Flamengo has never fully disappeared, and the Brazilian club has now publicly reignited discussion around the Real Madrid star’s long-term future. The latest comments came during the presentation of Lucas Paquetá, who recently returned to Flamengo and remains a close friend of Vinícius dating back to their shared time […]

Fan Faces Fine and Stadium Ban After Racist Incident Involving Vinícius Jr.

Spain’s State Commission against Violence, Racism, Xenophobia, and Intolerance in Sport has proposed disciplinary action against a supporter accused of throwing a banana at Vinícius Júnior during Real Madrid’s Copa del Rey Round of 16 match against Albacete on January 14 at the Carlos Belmonte. According to a report compiled by the National Police’s National […]

Real Madrid Continue Valencia Preparations as Arda Güler Shines in Physical Testing

Real Madrid returned to the training pitch today as they continue preparations for Sunday night’s La Liga clash against Valencia at Mestalla (9:00 pm local time). With matchday approaching, Alvaro Arbeloa’s squad went through another structured session at Real Madrid City, blending physical work, tactical preparation, and competitive drills. The session began indoors, where players […]

Open Thread: February 5, 2026

The Open Thread/Daily Merengue is a place where you can discuss anything and everything related to football. Feel free to discuss the topics presented here, or start your very own discussions! The Open thread will be posted every day by one of the mods you’d totally do a movie marathon night with: Valyrian Steel, Felipejack, […]

Managing Madrid Podcast: Real Madrid’s Squad Construction Has Gone Wayward

AUDIO: VIDEO: On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse 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, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means […]

Asencio expected to be available against Valencia

Real Madrid defender Raúl Asencio has escaped a serious injury and is expected to be available when Los Blancos visit Valencia this Sunday, club sources told Managing Madrid. The Spanish defender has been playing through pain for weeks now and had to leave last weekend’s match against Rayo Vallecano at half-time. Luckily enough, he seems […]

Real Madrid return to work with Pintus-led fitness test ahead of Valencia trip

Real Madrid were back on the grass at Valdebebas today, kicking off preparations for Sunday night’s La Liga clash against Valencia at Mestalla (9:00pm local time). After two days of rest following the win over Rayo Vallecano, Alvaro Arbeloa’s squad returned to Real Madrid City for a session that was as much about physical conditioning […]

Open Thread: February 4, 2026

The Open Thread/Daily Merengue is a place where you can discuss anything and everything related to football. Feel free to discuss the topics presented here, or start your very own discussions! The Open thread will be posted every day by one of the mods you’d totally do a UCL night with: Valyrian Steel, Felipejack, Kung_Fu_Zizou […]

Laporta: “I Don’t Know Where Those Ten Minutes Came From”

Joan Laporta has been continually taking digs at Real Madrid, and on Monday at the luncheon between the Albacete and Barcelona board of directors, the FC Barcelona president delivered another set of pointed remarks — this time centered on “diving”, penalties, and what he believes is a growing culture of referee manipulation in La Liga. […]

Real Madrid blocked Fran García’s move to Bournemouth, player now unhappy -report

Real Madrid defender Fran García had received interest from Bournemouth in the last few days of the transfer window and was keen on joining the Premier League club until Los Blancos rejected those offers and blocked the move, according to reports from Cadena COPE, MARCA or The Athletic. Bournemouth coach Andoni Iraola had coached García […]

Open Thread: February 3, 2026

The Open Thread/Daily Merengue is a place where you can discuss anything and everything related to football. Feel free to discuss the topics presented here, or start your very own discussions! The Open thread will be posted every day by one of the mods you’d totally do a UCL night with: Valyrian Steel, Felipejack, Kung_Fu_Zizou […]

DISCUSSION: How Do You Keep Everyone Happy Next Season?

Much like this season, Real Madrid will have a lot of attackers next season, and it will be difficult to keep everyone happy. With Endrick firing on all cylinders in Lyon, he is almost surely going to return. There is also Nico Paz, one of Serie A’s best players, and it would be impossible for […]

The Hidden Cost of the “Baby Galacticos” Project

Two years ago, Real Madrid were being praised for something unprecedented: transitioning from one golden generation to another without suffering “transition years.” The formula looked revolutionary. Sign the best 16–21 year-olds in the world, develop them internally, and let elite talent sort itself out. It felt like modern squad-building perfection. In June of 2022, I […]

Police identify fan who threw banana peel at Vinicius during Albacete–Real Madrid

Spanish authorities have identified the individual responsible for a racist incident during Real Madrid’s Copa del Rey match away to Albacete on January 14 at the Carlos Belmonte. In a statement released Sunday, the Castilla-La Mancha Police Headquarters confirmed that a spectator threw a banana peel in the direction of Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr. […]

Open Thread: February 2, 2026

The Open Thread/Daily Merengue is a place where you can discuss anything and everything related to football. Feel free to discuss the topics presented here, or start your very own discussions! The Open thread will be posted every day by one of the mods you’d totally do a Christmas movie Marathon with: Valyrian Steel, Felipejack, […]

Managing Madrid Podcast | Madrid Mornings: No signs of improvement (Rayo, 2-1)

In this episode of Madrid Mornings, Lucas shares his thoughts on Real Madrid’s win over Rayo Vallecano. 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 […]

Bellingham out around one month with hamstring injury

Real Madrid have published a medical report on midfielder Jude Bellingham, who will miss around one month of actions with the hamstring injury he suffered early in the game against Rayo Vallecano. Following tests carried out today on our player Jude Bellingham by the Real Madrid Medical Services, he has been diagnosed with an injury […]

Alvaro Arbeloa: “Players are better with their fans”

Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa spoke to the media after their win over Rayo Vallecano on Sunday. He was asked about the team being booed at the Bernabeu, to which he said: “I obviously respect all opinions and viewpoints. But I saw a crowd that carried us to victory, supporting us when we needed […]