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False Dawn? |4 December 2025
The Daily Merengue is a place where you can feel free to d 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, Ezek, Valyrian Steel, Felipejack, Juninho, NeRObutBlanco and yours truly, Kung_Fu_Zizou Real Madrid looked like Xabi-ball against Bilbao. […]
Courtois: “We Had to Stop Talking and Start Acting”
Thibaut Courtois delivered a commanding performance in Real Madrid’s 3–0 victory over Athletic Club, and after the match he spoke to Real Madrid TV. “It was a very important match and a difficult ground,” Courtois said. “It was important to win after our recent run of form, and we achieved it through teamwork, good pressure, […]
Fede Valverde Praises Team Effort and Courtois’ Brilliance After Real Madrid’s Win at San Mamés
Following Real Madrid’s emphatic 3–0 victory over Athletic Club, Fede Valverde spoke to the media , highlighting the collective performance and the spirit within the squad. “I’m very happy to be part of this team, it’s an honor to have these teammates and to keep improving as a team,” Valverde said. Valverde also singled out […]
Ernesto Valverde: “Real Madrid Were Better Than Us”
Athletic Club manager Ernesto Valverde offered a candid and composed assessment after his team fell 0–3 to Real Madrid at San Mamés. “We didn’t want this result, but we have to acknowledge the merits of our opponent,” Valverde began. “Real Madrid were better than us and now we have to play another game. We’ve bounced […]
Player Ratings: Athletic Club 0 – 3 Real Madrid
Player Ratings: Athletic Club 0 – 3 Real Madrid Thibaut Courtois — 8Made four saves, including a crucial stop on Berenguer in the 29th minute. Commanded his box well and radiated calm. Trent Alexander-Arnold — 7.8Excellent until unfortunately going off injured in the 55th minute. His long-range passing was on point all night. A special, […]
Numbers Narrative: Athletic Club 0-3 Real Madrid
Real Madrid seized early control at San Mamés, building a 0.88 to 0.70 xT advantage by the 15-minute mark while flooding Athletic’s final third with 32 touches against just 11 for the hosts. Athletic briefly responded around the half-hour, edging ahead 2.05 to 1.98 in cumulative xT as they found some rhythm in possession, but […]
Xabi Alonso: “We knew this was an important moment”
Real Madrid ended their winless streak with a 3-0 convincing victory over Athletic Club at San Mamés on Wednesday evening, as coach Xabi Alonso dismissed questions about recent controversies and insisted that, “today is about today, and that’s the most important thing. The team’s performance, the collective quality they showed and then how we managed […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: Athletic Club 0 – 3 Real Madrid, La Liga 2025 – 2026
AUDIO: VIDEO: On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle discuss: 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, and of course, podcasts. It also […]
Immediate Reaction: Athletic Bilbao 0-3 Real Madrid
Athletic Bilbao 0-3 Real Madrid (Mbappé x2 & Camavinga) Back to winning ways… This is my immediate reaction to the win. Get more: Player ratings, interviews and a victory podcast. Athletic Bilbao away isn’t the fixture you want if you’ve drawn your last three league games, but for Real Madrid – they had to get back on […]
CONFIRMED lineups: Athletic Bilbao vs Real Madrid, 2025 La Liga
Real Madrid have published their starting lineup for the upcoming match against Athletic Bilbao in La Liga. Real Madrid starting XI: Courtois; Trent, Militao, Rüidiger, Carreras; Valverde, Tchouaméni, Camavinga, Bellingham; Mbappé, Vinicius. Athletic Bilbao starting XI (TBC): Simón; Lekue, Paredes, Vivian, Yuri; Galarreta, Jauregizar; Berenguer, Selton, Nico; Guruzeta. Just as expected, Carreras starts in the […]
Athletic Bilbao vs Real Madrid 2025 live stream: Time, TV channels and how to watch La Liga online
Real Madrid visit Bilbao to face Athletic Club in what’s expected to be a very tough away game for Los Blancos. Xabi Alonso and his men need to bounce back from their last three draws in La Liga, but doing so against Athletix won’t be easy even though Valverde’s men have struggled recently. Carreras will […]
Athletic Bilbao vs Real Madrid, 2025 La Liga: Predicted lineups
Real Madrid visit Athletic Bilbao in what’s a must-win game for Xabi Alonso and his men. Raúl Asencio has recovered from his illness but Militao and Rudiger are both expected to start. Real Madrid predicted XI: Courtois; Trent, Militao, Rüidiger, Carreras; Valverde, Tchouaméni, Güler, Bellingham; Mbappé, Vinicius. Athletic Bilbao predicted XI: Simón; Lekue, Paredes, Vivian, […]
What Pressure? |3 December 2025
The Daily Merengue is a place where you can feel free to d 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, Ezek, Valyrian Steel, Felipejack, Juninho, NeRObutBlanco and yours truly, Kung_Fu_Zizou It’s another tough away game and every […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: Mailbag: Why Have Real Madrid Regressed? Will Xabi Alonso Suceed?
AUDIO: VIDEO: On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani answers questions on: On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani gives his reaction to Real Madrid’s draw against Girona away from home. What are the recurring issues? Why is the team not defending well? Also: Real Madrid’s press this game, Xabi […]
Real Madrid announce squad for La Liga match against Athletic Bilbao
Real Madrid have published their squad list for Wednesday’s match in Bilbao against Athletic Club. REAL MADRID SQUAD:Goalkeepers: Courtois, Lunin and Fran González.Defenders: Militão, Trent, Asencio, Á. Carreras, Fran García and Rüdiger.Midfielders: Bellingham, Camavinga, Valverde, Tchouameni, Arda Güler and D. Ceballos.Forwards: Vini Jr., Endrick, Mbappé, Rodrygo, Gonzalo, Brahim and Mastantuono. As expected, Raúl Asencio is […]
Churros y Tácticas Podcast: Real Madrid Free-falling
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, […]
OFFICIAL: Mendy out with hamstring injury
Real Madrid have published a medical report on left-back Ferland Mendy, who has suffered a hamstring injury. Following tests carried out today on our player Ferland Mendy by the Real Madrid Medical Services, he has been diagnosed with a muscle injury in the biceps femoris of his right leg. His recovery will be monitored.Source: Realmadrid.com […]
Xabi Alonso: “My focus is on the game against Athletic Club”
Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso dismissed transfer speculation and rumours about his future in his pre-match press conference before the game against Athletic Club on Wednesday as he spoke on Tuesday, saying, “those questions aren’t for me. My focus is on tomorrow’s game, on preparing with the team for what we have ahead of us. […]
Asencio back against Bilbao, Huijsen still out
Real Madrid defender Raúl Asencio will be available for the team’s away game in Bilbao against Athletic after missing Sunday’s match in Girona with an illness. Asencio has recovered in time for the game and could start if Xabi Alonso decides to make some rotations on his defensive line, with Rudiger and Militao just back […]
Dark Before The Dawn| 2 December 2025
The Daily Merengue is a place where you can feel free to d 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, Ezek, Valyrian Steel, Felipejack, Juninho, NeRObutBlanco and yours truly, Kung_Fu_Zizou We are fast approaching the halfway point […]
Real Madrid’s Month-Long Bernabeu Exile for NFL Event “Weighs on Football”
On RadioEstadio Noche (Onda Cero), Santiago Segurola criticized the scheduling situation that will keep Real Madrid away from the Bernabeu for more than a month. Coming off three consecutive league draws and the loss of their lead atop La Liga, Segurola argued that the disruption matters more than the club is willing to admit. “The […]
What is going on? 01 December 2025
The Daily Merengue is a place where you can feel free to d 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, Ezek, Valyrian Steel, Kung_Fu_Zizou, Juninho, NeRObutBlanco and yours truly, Felipejack. Three draws After yesterday’s draw against Girona, Real Madrid is now at 2nd […]
RMTV Rails Against De Burgos After Girona Draw: “LaLiga Is Being Corrupted”
Real Madrid Television erupted into full-throated criticism immediately after the 1–1 draw against Girona, directing their ire squarely at referee Ricardo De Burgos Bengoetxea. The club’s channel framed the match as the latest in a long pattern of officiating decisions they believe have materially harmed Real Madrid over the past several seasons. “De Burgos has […]
Managing Madrid Podcast | Madrid Mornings: Rock bottom? (@Girona, 1-1)
In this episode of Madrid Mornings, Lucas shares his thoughts on Real Madrid’s gutsy win against Olympiakos. 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 […]
Abelrado:“It’s very difficult to convince players who aren’t used to pressing to do it”
Former La Liga coach Abelardo, appearing on RadioEstadio Noche, believes Real Madrid players are struggling to adapt to a pressing scheme. “It’s very difficult to convince players who aren’t used to pressing to do it, and Xabi Alonso comes with that idea and it’s costing him because the players don’t have that defensive mentality,” Abelardo […]
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