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Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid show clear identity changes per the data. Spanish outlet, Diario AS, provided insight using Wyscout data compiled by BeSoccer, which showed Madrid’s counter-pressing and control have replaced the need for ground coverage or more running. The team’s recoveries have risen sharply: total recoveries are up from 69.3 to 76.1 per game, […]
Madrid overflows with history, architecture, culture, sport, and romance. Spain’s most abundant city offers exhilarating adventures for every sense. Masterpieces housed inside the Museo del Prado, Reina Sofia, and Thyssen-Bornemisza appeal to the visual. They include works by such legends as El Greco, Goya, and Picasso. Sound is best captured during the iconic outdoor festivals […]
Real Madrid legend Luis Figo talked about El Clásico in an event with Betfair where he also shared his thoughts on how these games tend to unfold. “I think Real Madrid will win 3-1. They play at home and that always makes a difference. Besides, it would be a nice scoreline, with goals and entertainment,” […]
FC Barcelona are refusing to concede defeat in their bid to have head coach Hansi Flick on the touchline for Sunday’s El Clásico at the Santiago Bernabéu. Despite the RFEF’s Appeals Committee upholding Flick’s one-match suspension, the club has decided to take the case to the Administrative Court of Sport (CAS), hoping for a last-minute […]
Real Madrid were back at Valdebebas on Friday with their full focus now set on Sunday’s highly anticipated El Clásico against Barcelona — the first of the season and one of the biggest tests yet for Xabi Alonso’s side. The session brought encouraging news for Madrid supporters, as Dani Ceballos and Dean Huijsen both trained […]
AUDIO: VIDEO: On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Lucas Navarrete and Mehedi Hassan preview Real Madrid’s match against FC Barcelona in El Clásico. 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, […]
Former Real Madrid forward Julio Baptista has shared his thoughts on the upcoming Clásico in an interview with Marca, offering perspective from someone who not only played in these games but also left a lasting mark — particularly with his unforgettable winner at the Camp Nou in 2007. When asked whether the most difficult part […]
With El Clasico approaching this weekend, Spanish journalist Anton Meana of Cadena SER on the El Larguero radio program weighed in on the significance of the match for Real Madrid’s manager Xabi Alonso. “The one who has the most at stake in this match is Xabi Alonso. I think he has a lot at stake […]
Former Barcelona legend Andrés Iniesta has attempted to cool the rising tension ahead of Sunday’s El Clásico, calling it “the biggest game there is” and urging everyone to focus on the football rather than the noise surrounding it. Speaking at the second International Congress on Health Communication at Vall d’Hebron Hospital alongside basketball star Ricky […]
Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos was able to complete Friday’s training session with the rest of the group and will be available when Los Blancos host FC Barcelona in El Clásico this upcoming Sunday. Ceballos had missed the last two games against Getafe and Juventus due to a mild muscle injury. Defenders Dean Huijsen, Trent […]
Barcelona attacker Lamine Yamal has ignited the preview of Sunday’s El Clásico against Real Madrid with some controversial quotes on Ibai Llanos’ Twitch stream. When asked about Real Madrid, this is what he had to say. “They [Real Madrid] steal, they complain… of course they do. Last time I went to the Bernabéu, we won […]
Real Madrid defender Dean Huijsen was able to train with the rest of the group on Thursday and will be available when Los Blancos take on FC Barcelona in a decisive El Clásico this upcoming Sunday. Huijsen had suffered a mild calf injury during Spain’s training camp this FIFA break and missed the matches against […]
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. Word From Author: Excuse me for this being […]
Former Real Madrid player Lucas Vazquez displayed his affection for the Santiago Bernabeu for their tribute to the player in Real Madrid’s 1-0 win over Juventus on Wednesday night. The Bernabeu had a tifo prepared for Vazquez, and he discussed it in a recent interview. He said: “The photo on the tifo was from the […]
On this Members-only episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani gives his reaction to Real Madrid’s 1 – 0 win over Juventus in the Champions League group stage at the Santiago Bernabeu, with particular emphasis on the good and bad of Real Madrid, standout performers, and what it all means for Clasico. CLICK HERE […]
Real Madrid striker Endrick is keen on leaving the club on a loan deal this winter, according to a report published Thursday by MARCA. The Brazilian attacker feels he needs to play meaningful minutes to continue developing as a player and would like to compete for a spot on Brazil’s squad for the 2026 FIFA […]
Real Madrid vs Juventus was far from a blockbuster, but strong performances from Militao, Asencio, and Fede — along with goal contributions from Jude (and maybe you should count Vini) — gave encouragement. But there’s one big takeaway… Arda Guler is a Midfielder For all the concern around Arda Guler in big games, albeit a […]
Real Madrid ground out a 1–0 victory over Juventus at the Bernabéu to make it three wins from three in the Champions League, with Jude Bellingham providing the decisive touch on the night. The Englishman reacted quickest to a rebound in the 57th minute after Vinícius Júnior struck the post, guiding Xabi Alonso’s side to […]
Kylian Mbappe’s match-winning goal for Real Madrid at Getafe on Sunday bore all the hallmarks of Cristiano Ronaldo in his pomp. The Frenchman’s superb effort resulted in him becoming the first Madrid player to score 10+ goals in nine La Liga games since Ronaldo (2014/15). The goal also increased the belief that Mbappe is gradually […]
Real Madrid defenders Dean Huijsen, Dani Carvajal and Trent Alexander-Arnold are expected to recover in time for Sunday’s El Clásico against FC Barcelona, according to a report from DAZN’s Sergio Quirante. Midfielder Dani Ceballos is also expected to make the squad list. Xabi Alonso hasn’t made a decision on whether or not these players will […]
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. Word From Author: Coral: During out last session, […]
Xabi Alonso spoke to the media after Real Madrid’s 1-0 win over Juventus on Wednesday night. He was asked about Arda Güler’s qualities, to which he said: “Arda is in the process of improving everything. He’s 20 years old and has already played a few games for Madrid. With his age and quality, we have […]
AUDIO: VIDEO: On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Lucas Navarrete and Mehedi Hassan dissect Real Madrid’s 1-0 win over Juventus. 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, […]
Real Madrid 1-0 Juventus (Bellingham). A big win to prepare for the Clásico… This is our initial quick reaction. Coming up: Player ratings, press conferences and another podcast. There remained nerves around the Bernabéu with more pressure than ever before on Xabi Alonso to secure a landmark win only days before the Clásico. The coach fielded a […]
Real Madrid have published their starting lineup for the upcoming match against Juventus in the Champions League. Real Madrid starting XI: Courtois, Valverde, Asencio, Militao, Carreras, Tchouameni, Bellingham, Güler, Brahim, Vinicius, Mbappé. Juventus starting XI (TBC): Di Gregorio, Gatti, Rugani, Kelly, Kalulu, Cambiaso, Koopmeiners, Thuram, Locatelli, Yildiz, Vlahovic. As expected, Xabi Alonso has deployed Raúl […]