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Michel: “I’m very happy with the point,”
Girona manager Michel was candid and reflective after his team held Real Madrid to a 1–1 draw in Montilivi on Saturday night. It was a match that swung dramatically in rhythm: a sharp, controlled first half from Girona followed by a second period spent largely on the back foot as Madrid pushed for a winner. […]
Player Ratings: Girona 1 – 1 Real Madrid
Player Ratings: Girona 1 – 1 Real Madrid Thibaut Courtois: 8. Made three saves, including a huge stop on Vanat in the 56th minute that prevented Madrid from going 2–0 down. Trent Alexander-Arnold: 6.5. Sprayed some delicious passes, but his risky giveaway late in the first half nearly gifted Girona a goal. Éder Militão: 7.5. […]
It’s Not Just A Big Game Problem For Real Madrid
Real Madrid’s 4-0 win over Valencia at the Bernabéu, a week removed from their triumph in the Clásico, feels far longer than a month ago. The international break sits in the middle of that timeline, yet the contrast in performances is so stark that the team from early November already seems like a distant memory. […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: Girona 1 – 1 Real Madrid, Post-game Reaction, La Liga 2025 – 2026
AUDIO: VIDEO: 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 Alonso’s subs, and a ton more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a […]
Xabi Alonso: “We’re still in the mix, it’s a long season”
Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso spoke to the media after their 1-1 draw with Girona on Sunday. He was asked about their title chances this season, to which he said: “In the second half, especially, there was improvement; we pushed forward and created more chances. We had enough opportunities to win. But we lacked accuracy. […]
Immediate Reaction: Girona 1-1 Real Madrid
Girona 1-1 Real Madrid (Mbappé). The rough spell continues… Here is the reaction to the draw. Coming your way: Player ratings, interviews and a podcast. Real Madrid would be looking to better the two draws from their previous two La Liga games here against Girona. Thibaut Courtois was back, joined by Antonio Rüdiger ahead of him. […]
CONFIRMED lineups: Girona vs Real Madrid, 2025 La Liga
Real Madrid have published their starting lineup for the upcoming match against Girona in LaLiga. Real Madrid starting XI: Courtois, Trent, Militao, Rüdiger, Fran García, Tchouaméni, Fede Valverde, Bellingham, Güler, Vinicius, Mbappé. Girona starting XI (TBC): Gazzaniga, Hugo Rincón, Arnau, Vitor Reis, Àlex Moreno; Witsel, Iván Martín, Tsygankov, Ounahi, Bryan Gil, Vanat. Rudiger and Militao […]
DISCUSSION: Trent Alexander-Arnold Has Been EXCELLENT
On a recent episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, just after Real Madrid’s 3-4 win away to Olympiakos, Kiyan Sobhani broke down what all the good and bad from the win (bad: defense, good: Vinicius-Mbappe connection, etc). The full episode can be found here. Defeinitely about the good: Trent Alexander-Arnold. In his second consecutive start at right-back […]
Real Madrid announce squad for La Liga match against Girona
Real Madrid have published their squad list for the upcoming match against Girona in LaLiga. REAL MADRID SQUAD:Goalkeepers: Courtois, Lunin and Mestre.Defenders: Militão, Trent, A. Carreras, Fran García, Rüdiger and Mendy.Midfielders: Bellingham, Camavinga, Valverde, Tchouameni, Arda Güler and Ceballos.Forwards: Vini Jr, Endrick, Mbappé, Rodrygo, Gonzalo, Brahim and Mastantuono. Just as expected, Eder Militao, Antonio Rudiger […]
Girona vs Real Madrid 2025 live stream: Time, TV channels and how to watch La Liga online
Real Madrid visit Girona in La Liga. Los Blancos have drawn their last two games in the domestic competition and will need to earn the three points tonight if they want to keep the lead in the table, as Barcelona beat Alavés on Saturday. Girona have been struggling so far this season but Alonso’s men […]
Girona vs Real Madrid, 2025 La Liga: Predicted lineups
Real Madrid visit Girona with much needed reinforcements. Eder Militao, Antonio Rudiger and Franco Mastantuono are back with the team, so Xabi Alonso will be allowed to make some rotations to keep his squad fresh. Real Madrid predicted XI: Courtois, Alexander-Arnold, Militao, Carreras, Fran Garcia, Tchouameni, Fede Valverde, Güler, Bellingham, Vinicius, Mbappé. Girona predicted XI: […]
OPEN THREAD | NOV 30, 2025
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. LOW BLOCK GIRONA We’re back to […]
Xabi Alonso: “I’ve always felt that the team is very united”
Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso spoke on Saturday ahead of the game against Girona in La Liga on Sunday and was asked if he’d received a message of support from his players, saying, “no, I’ve always felt that the team is very united, that we were all clear about the goal for this season. If […]
Rudiger, Militao rejoin Real Madrid squad in training, expected to be available against Girona
Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger has rejoined the squad in training and will be expected to make the squad list for Sunday’s match in Girona. The German center-back has recovered from the hamstring injury he picked up in September and he will likely feature in the starting lineup alongside Eder Militao, who also completed Saturday’s […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: Team Meetings, And The Mbappe-Vini Connection Vs Olympiakos
On this Members-only episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss: CLICK HERE FOR ACCESS Thanks for being a Member. We hope you enjoy the show! 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, […]
OPEN THREAD | NOV 29, 2025
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. FEDE Some years ago, his limitations […]
Churros y Tácticas Podcast: Reacting To Real Madrid Vs Olympiakos & Chelsea Vs Barcelona
On this Patron-only episode of the Churros y Tácticas Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Diego Lorijn discuss: CLICK HERE FOR ACCESS Enjoy the raw Churros, Campeones! Co-host and chief editor of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, along with Diego Lorijn — Barca TV, VIVA La Liga TV host, delve into La Liga’s hottest topics. We […]
Toni Kroos: “This is the highest award you can receive in Germany, I’m very happy”
Real Madrid legend Toni Kroos spoke to Real Madrid TV after receiving the Knight’s Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany at the Bernabéu on Thursday. He was asked about what receiving it meant for him, to which he said: “I’m very happy. I’ve received several awards in my career, […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: Alonso’s In-game Management; ROC Nation
On this La Liga Tier Members-only episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Mehedi Hassan, and Members live on the call discuss: CLICK HERE FOR ACCESS Thanks for being a La Liga Tier Member. We hope you enjoy the show! Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. […]
OPEN THREAD | NOV 28, 2025
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. GONZALO Yea gonzalo may need to […]
Fede Valverde: “We Are More United Than Ever”
Federico Valverde broke his silence on Thursday with an Instagram message aimed at shutting down the noise surrounding Real Madrid in recent days. With rumors, criticism, and speculation swirling around the team — particularly involving Vinícius Júnior, Valverde himself, and the coaching staff — the Uruguayan midfielder delivered a statement: “After a week in which […]
Mendilibar: “The two up front have hurt us a lot”
Olympiakos manager José Luis Mendilibar did not hide from the reality of what unfolded on Wednesday night. His team pushed Real Madrid to the brink in a wild Champions League thriller, ultimately falling 3–4 in a match that swung violently in both directions. After the game, the Spanish coach offered a candid, detailed breakdown of […]
STAR PLAYER COOL-AID | OPEN THREAD | NOV 27, 2025
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. STAR PLAYER COOL-AID Inject it in […]
Managing Madrid Podcast | Madrid Mornings: A win is a win (@Olympiakos, 3-4)
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 […]
Player Ratings: Olympiakos 3 – 4 Real Madrid
Player Ratings: Olympiakos 3 – 4 Real Madrid Andriy Lunin: 8.5.What a luxury to have arguably the best back-up goalkeeper in the world. Lunin stepped in without missing a beat and produced four big saves. Trent Alexander-Arnold: 8.This is the Trent Real Madrid expected when they signed him. In sparkling form again. His long-range passing […]
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