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Espí talks after his debut for Real Madrid: “It’s indescribable”
Real Madrid’s newest signing Carlos Espí made his debut for the club during Saturday’s preseason friendly against Fiorentina and shared some thoughts on Real Madrid TV right after the game. “Making my debut today with Real Madrid is unique. It’s an enormous pride, and I’m very happy. It’s indescribable, everything has happened in just two […]
Mourinho: “I am very happy with the work of the boys from day one”
Real Madrid coach José Mourinho talked to Real Madrid TV right after the team’s 2-2 draw against Fiorentina on Saturday. The Portuguese coach was happy with the performance and pointed at their physical condition as the main reason why Fiorentina were able to score twice. “I liked everything. On the phone, I saw ‘A Madrid […]
DAILY THREAD | Aug 2, 2026
The Daily Merengue is 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 Kung_Fu_Zizou, Juninho, NeRObutBlanco, Felipejack, Ezek Ix and yours truly, Valyrian Steel. Fallout from the 2-2 draw with […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: Real Madrid 2 – 2 Fiorentina, Post-game Reaction, 2026 Friendly
AUDIO: VIDEO: On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss Real Madrid’s 2 – 2 draw against Fiorentina, including: Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make […]
All square for Real Madrid against Fiorentina
After two in-house friendlies, it was time to get on the road for a game against Fiorentina – in-front of a crowd for the first time since Mourinho’s return. The Real Madrid XI: Lunin, Alexander-Arnold, Rivas, Martínez, Carreras, Camavinga, Valverde, Güler, Dumfries, Ciria, Endrick. The first half was the best friendly display I have seen […]
CONFIRMED lineups: Real Madrid vs Fiorentina, 2026 preseason
Real Madrid have published their starting lineup for the upcoming match against Fiorentina in what will be the first real game of the 2026 preseason. Real Madrid starting XI: Lunin, Trent, Joan Martinez, Rivas, Carreras, Valverde, Camavinga, Dumfries, Ciria, Guler, Endrick. Fiorentina starting XI: De Gea, Dodo, Dragusin, Ranieri, Mandragora, Ndour, Fagioli, Brescianni, Atta, Gudmunsson, […]
Vinicius on Arsenal’s radar as Real Madrid extension negotiations stall -report
Vinicius Junior is firmly on Arsenal’s radar as the London-based club consider a move for the Brazilian attacker this summer if Vinicius doesn’t sign a contract extension with Real Madrid over the next few days, according to a report from The Athletic’s David Ornstein. Arsenal’s ownership have also given approval to the idea of moving […]
Arbeloa also wants to sign Thiago Pitarch for Fulham -report
Fulham coach Álvaro Arbeloa is interested in signing Castilla product Thiago Pitarch for the London-based club, according to a report from MARCA. Pitarch would be the third canterano going to Craven Cottage after Fulham already signed both Gonzalo García and César Palacios this summer. Pitarch is currently injured but would be keen on joining Arbeloa’s […]
Real Madrid vs Fiorentina, 2026 live stream: Time, TV channels and how to watch preseason online
Real Madrid’s first preseason game is here. Los Blancos face Fiorentina in Austria, although they’ll do so without most of their star players. Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappé, Marc Cucurella or Vinicius Junior will all miss the game as they will rejoin the squad in training next week. All things considered, this will be a good […]
DAILY THREAD | Aug 1, 2026
The Daily Merengue is 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 Kung_Fu_Zizou, Juninho, NeRObutBlanco, Felipejack, Ezek Ix and yours truly, Valyrian Steel. Time to focus on the Vini […]
Borja Valero backs Mourinho, Rodri, and weighs in on Diomande ahead of Real Madrid’s Fiorentina friendly
Former Real Madrid academy midfielder Borja Valero has shared his thoughts on several of Real Madrid’s biggest storylines in an interview with AS, discussing José Mourinho’s return to the club, the pursuit of Rodri, the arrival of Yan Diomande, and what he expects from Los Blancos’ upcoming preseason friendly against Fiorentina. Valero admitted that Mourinho’s […]
Jude Bellingham receives hero’s welcome on return to Birmingham City
Jude Bellingham enjoyed an emotional homecoming on Friday as he returned to St Andrew’s Stadium to watch Birmingham City’s preseason friendly against Barcelona. The Real Madrid midfielder, who began his professional career with Birmingham before making his move to Borussia Dortmund and eventually Los Blancos, was back at the club where his rise to stardom […]
Carlos Espí joins Real Madrid first-team training
Real Madrid have officially completed the signing of Carlos Espí, with the highly-rated striker taking part in his first training session at Valdebebas on Friday after the club activated his €25 million release clause at Levante. The 21-year-old arrives as Gonzalo prepares to complete his transfer to Fulham, with Mourinho identifying Espí as the preferred […]
OFFICIAL: Víctor Valdepeñas moves to Fiorentina
Real Madrid have officially announced the departure of academy graduate Víctor Valdepeñas. The player has moved to Fiorentina. On Friday, Real Madrid stated the move in an official statement. “Real Madrid CF and ACF Fiorentina have agreed to the transfer of our player Víctor Valdepeñas. Valdepeñas joined Real Madrid in 2018 at just 11 years […]
Carlos Espí vows to give his all for Real Madrid
Carlos Espí described his first day as a Real Madrid player as an unforgettable experience after taking part in his opening training session. Speaking to Realmadrid TV afterward, the striker admitted that the move had unfolded faster than expected, but said he was delighted to begin this chapter. Espí explained that joining Real Madrid created […]
Real Madrid announce squad for preseason friendly against Fiorentina
Real Madrid have published their squad list for Saturday’s match against Fiorentina, the first true test of this preseason stage. REAL MADRID SQUAD LIST:Goalkeepers: Lunin, Sergio Mestre, and Javi Navarro.Defenders: Dumfries, Trent, Á. Carreras, Lamini, Joan Martínez, Fortea, Mario Rivas, and Aimar García.Midfielders: Camavinga, Valverde, Arda Güler, Cestero, Lacosta, and Alexis Ciria.Forwards: Endrick, Carlos Espí, […]
Real Madrid set Vinicius ultimatum: extend now or face summer sale -report
Real Madrid have given Brazilian star Vinicius Junior a clear ultimatum: sign the extension offer currently on the table, or accept that the club will explore a transfer before the close of the summer window. That’s according to a report published today on MARCA. Los Blancos want to avoid the scenario where they enter the […]
Asencio suffers hamstring injury, will miss entire preseason
Real Madrid defender Raúl Asencio has suffered a serious hamstring injury, one which will keep him out of the field for at least six weeks. That means that Asencio will miss the rest of Real Madrid’s preseason and also the first few weeks of La Liga. After the tests carried out today on our player […]
DAILY THREAD | JULY 31, 2026
The Daily Merengue is 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 Kung_Fu_Zizou, Juninho, NeRObutBlanco, Felipejack, Ezek Ix and yours truly, Valyrian Steel. Well that was quick. Scouting Carlos […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: Real Madrid Sign Espi And Gonzalo Garcia Goes To Fulham
AUDIO: VIDEO: On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani discusses: Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusive 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. Your contributions will allow us to […]
Carlos Espi to start training at Valdebebas on Friday
Real Madrid’s newest signing, Carlos Espi, is set to start training at his new club from Friday, according to Arancha Rodriguez of COPE. Jose Mourinho — who, according to Rodriguez, was influential in Real Madrid signing Espi — will start working with the Spaniard a day after the signing was announced. Mourinho reportedly brought the […]
Getting to know: Carlos Espí
Real Madrid have moved fast to solve their number nine problem. With Gonzalo García on his way to Fulham, the club triggered Carlos Espí’s €25 million release clause at Levante within hours, tying the 21-year-old to the Bernabéu until June 2031. Here’s what Real Madrid fans need to know about their new forward. Who is […]
OFFICIAL: Real Madrid sign Carlos Espi
Real Madrid have officially announced the signing of striker Carlos Espi from Levante on Thursday night. Los Blancos reportedly sold Gonzalo Garcia to Fulham early on Thursday, and then reports started rolling out about potential interest in the 21-year-old striker. Real Madrid acted very quickly and paid off his release clause worth 25 million euros, […]
Real Madrid interested in Levante striker Carlos Espí -report
Real Madrid are exploring the market for a target striker and Levante striker Carlos Espí, who has a €25 million release clause on his contract, would be on the club’s radar, according to a report published today on AS. Espí was set to sign for Hull City but he has decided to wait after learning […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: Solo Mailbag! The CB spot, starting XI after signing Rodri and Diomandé & more!
On this Members-only episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Lucas Navarrete talks about: 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 around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us […]
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