Managing Madrid Podcast

LINKS TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR LAS VEGAS AND SAN FRANCISCO SHOWS HERE On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Euan McTear discuss: What actually was the pact of non-aggression and when did it start? Will this be one-way raiding, or with Atletico Madrid snatch some players too? Does Atletico have power to persuade Real Madrid’s youth team players? The cases of Juanfran, Saul, and Felipe Luis How this now compares to the Barcelona and Espanyol situation The Atletico analyst that’s friends with Alvaro Arbeloa Raul Gonzalez, the poster boy of switching teams Jesus Gil’s decision to shut down Atletico’s academy Why Real Madrid broke the pact Real Madrid’s social media growth What’s changed and why their social media has improved And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of exclusive content 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

LINKS TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR LAS VEGAS AND SAN FRANCISCO SHOWS HERE On this episode, Kiyan Sobhani and Mehedi Hassan discuss: What is Expected Threat (xT)? One perhaps unknown difference between Rodrygo Goes and Marco Asensio Real Madrid’s defense, the difference between their structure in La Liga and Champions League The difference in our xG differential trend-line in La Liga and the Champions League Carlo Ancelotti’s quiet leadership And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LINKS TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR LAS VEGAS AND SAN FRANCISCO SHOWS HERE On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss: Why we chose to cover a very specific game in the 2008 - 2009 season Why we need to keep Footbalia alive A thorough 2008 - 2009 background check Bernd Schuster’s death sentence quote Juande Ramos Gonzalo Higuan’s: how good was he and what was he good at? Gabriel Heinze — underrated as a CB? Fernando Gago, a thorough analysis Nearly a decade of bad midfielders Michel Salgado on his last legs A classic Pepe moment Raul Gonzalez's performance and decline Arjen Robben Rafael Van der Vaart And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Join us on Patreon for a ton of exclusive content: 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 for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we

LINKS TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR LAS VEGAS AND SAN FRANCISCO SHOWS HERE On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss: How Formula 1 inspired Florentino Perez’s European Super League obsession La Liga’s terrible marketing  Did the league capitalize on the Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi era? How to monetize followers Barca TV + Estadio Santagio Bernabeu and the metaverse How to get people to watch La Liga more La Liga's drop in viewership The Amazon Prime doc La Liga's obsession with copyright infringements 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 Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. 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 continue to have a real and full

LINKS TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR LAS VEGAS AND SAN FRANCISCO SHOWS HERE Today is Raul Gonzalez’s 45th birthday, and our chief editor, Kiyan Sobhani, verbalizes how great the Real Madrid legend was. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of exclusive content 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 means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. 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 continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LINKS TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR LAS VEGAS AND SAN FRANCISCO SHOWS HERE On this episode, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss: Isco’s talent What if he was in a different era? What was the issue with his attitude? His peak season(s) His direct link with Gareth Bale Sur experiences watching him live Santiago Solari vs Isco Isco's need for continuity The myth that he was ‘lazy and slow’ Isco vs Guti Where does he rank? And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of exclusive content 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 means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. 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 continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping

LINKS TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR LAS VEGAS AND SAN FRANCISCO SHOWS HERE On this episode of the Daily Drop -- a 5-10 minute segment of the Managing Madrid Podcast designed to give you some content on days where we don't have podcasts planned -- Kiyan Sobhani reads an excerpt from his upcoming book. 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 Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. 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 continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LINKS TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR LAS VEGAS AND SAN FRANCISCO SHOWS HERE This episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast is brought to you by The Guild. — proud sponsors of the Managing Madrid Podcast World Tour! On this episode, Kiyan Sobhani and Jose Perez discuss: Antonio Rudiger's love for Pepe Was Pepe underrated? Pepe’s debut and hilarious quote about Real Madrid’s defensive structure His partnership with Fabio Cannavaro Arrigo Sacchi’s offside trump The chaos of Real Madrid’s defence in general Pepe vs Barca in 2007 Where does Pepe rank? And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LINKS TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR LAS VEGAS AND SAN FRANCISCO SHOWS HERE: On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani answers questions on the importance of left-footed players, why Real Madrid didn't make a move for Sadio Mane, whether or not Real Madrid should sign Jude Bellingham next season, and more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Join the Patreon army for a ton of exclusive content. 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 Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. 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 continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic

On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, Om Arvind, Grant Little, and Yash Thakur review Real Madrid Femenino’s 2021/22 season and cover: Our hopes and expectations at the beginning of the season The summer transfer window The most memorable moments from preseason and problems with scheduling The crushing reality of Marta Cardona’s injury Beating Manchester City in the Champions League Qualifiers The disastrous start to the league campaign The final straw with David Aznar occurring vs. Alavés Aznar’s legacy Lorena Navarro carrying the team at one point in time What happened between the dressing room and Aznar Whether the letter to the board asking for Aznar to be sacked was real Who controlled lineups under Aznar’s tenure Aznar’s side of the story The true Alberto Toril Effect Initial impressions of Toril What Toril did and didn’t change Sofie Svava’s signing The pros and cons to Toril’s coaching Claudia Zornoza’s season Whether the criticism of Møller and Svava is fair The ridiculous 2-0

This episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast is brought to you by Moxy Hotel South Beach, who are proud sponsors of the Managing Madrid Podcast World Tour. On this episode, Kiyan Sobhani answers questions from Real Madrid fans live on YouTube, Some of the topics encountered: Rodrygo Goes vs Nkunku / Antony / Serge Gnabry; Eden Hazard; favourite music genres; Fernando Redondo; Brazilians in Real Madrid history, the back-up striker position, and a ton more. 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 Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. 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 continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@kiyanSo)

This episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast is brought to you by Royal Sonesta Washington DC, where you should be booking your stay when you come to the live show we’re doing in DC! On this episode, Kiyan Sobhani, on Twitter spaces live, answers questions from Real Madrid fans on the future of analytics, why some parts of Football Twitter can't appreciate Zinedine Zidane the player, and more, including questions like: Will Real Madrid press more in the coming years with a younger midfield? What do we think of Ryan Cherki, Joao Felix, and Yeremi Pino? Did you enjoy this podcast? Join the Real Madrid army for a ton of exclusive bonus content 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 means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss: How we felt in when Real Madrid first signed Gareth Bale How he viewed being a footballer, and his love for the game Why Bale was always going to succeed as a Real Madrid player his most underrated traits as a footballer His best season Connection with Cristiano Ronaldo Our favourite memories of him Zinedine Zidane's hand in signing Bale The deterioration of Zidane and Bale's relationship Bale in 2018 — his importance tactically The Wales, golf, Madrid thing Why he should’ve held a press conference after it happened Kiyan’s story about meeting Bale Jonathan Barnett The 2019 China thing Bale's CV And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Join the army for a ton of bonus content exclusively on: Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid Did you enjoy this podcast? Get more exclusive content over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, a

This episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast is brought to you by Royal Sonesta Washington DC, where you should be booking your stay when you come to the live show we’re doing in DC! On this episode, Kiyan Sobhani and Jose Perez discuss: Antonio Rudiger’s best qualities The requirements of a modern day center-back Some surprising stats Rudiger's shooting and speed His improvements under Thomas Tuchel How much more will he be tested at Real Madrid? Pros and cons of Eder Miltao and Rudiger together Pros and cons of David Alaba and Rudiger together Rudiger's on-ball ability  His passes into the final third and his diagonal switch His ball carrying What is Alaba's best position Can Rudiger play rcb? A discussion about how good Ferland Mendy is 3-5-2 — how realistic is it? A discussion on Eden Hazard and why we’re skeptical of his 'comeback' And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Join the Real Madrid army for a ton of exclusive bonus content over on: Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Managing Madrid

This podcast was recorded in a beautiful outdoor patio in Paris on Sunday evening, where Managing Madrid's Kiyan Sobhani and Eduardo Alvarez reflected on Real Madrid's win over Liverpool, the atmosphere of the stadium and city, the performances of the players, the heroic run to win it and where the 14th ranks in Real Madrid's history, and more, including a long discussion about Carlo Ancelotti's performance this season. 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 Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. 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 continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and it’s podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Eduardo Alvarez (@Alvarez) Learn m

On this CHAMPIONS LEAGUE WINNING episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Matt Wiltse and Om Arvind discuss: All of the emotions from ye another historic Champions League triumph Vinicius Junior’s moment and parallels to a young Raul Vinicius Junior’s growth and the moment that encapsulated his season Thibaut Courtois: best GK performance of all time?  Recounting all of TBO’s saves  Dani Carvajal’s big game and his turn around in form at the tail end of the season Breaking down Real Madrid’s game-winning goal The midfield class of Luka Modric and Toni Kroos  Performances of Fede Valverde and Karim Benzema  Performances of Eder Militao and David Alaba  Ageless Modric  Carlo Anceotti recognizing previous mistakes and providing roles for important squad players  UEFA’s mismanagement of ticket entry and issues that led to the delay of the game 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 Rea

On this episode of Las Blancas Podcast, Om Arvind and Yash Thakur discuss: Why this game was different from the UWCL quarter-finals 1st leg Whether there was anything Real Madrid could’ve done differently to alter the outcome The incredible fluidity of Barcelona’s midfield Why Madridistas had hope pre-match How Mariona prevented Real Madrid’s old defensive strategy from working Why Lyon’s player-to-player marking scheme functioned well unlike Madrid’s The impact of Oshoala Misa’s great saves Aitana doing Engen’s job in build-up Why Nahikari replaced Esther at halftime Madrid’s puzzling defense on the set-piece for Barça’s third goal Claudia Pina’s great performance Cardona showing up on a #rossellout Twitter space Toril’s justification for not playing Asllani and Cardona Why Madrid should’ve given Asllani and Cardona a better send-off in their final game Where the club’s relationships with these two players broke down Did you enjoy this podcast? Please consider supporting us through Patreon

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, hosted by Kiyan Sobhani, comes in two parts. Part One (Joshua Sexton of the Anfield Wrap) How much better is Liverpool now compared to their 2018 team? Liverpool’s European DNA Their latest squad updates and expected XIs And more. Part Two (Ryan O'Hanlon of ESPN) Will Liverpool press from the start, or will they be more conservative? Liverpool’s run to the Champions League final Who does an open game benefit more? How do Liverpool react when Real Madrid's 'bench mob' arrives in the second half? Liverpool’s bench The difference between Luis Diaz and Roberto Firmino How Liverpool changes if Thiago doesn't play And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get more exclusive content 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 means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss: What could Real Madrid have done differently to prevent this from happening? PSG, FFP, and the state of football Gary Lineker's tweet and the easy response to it Why Zinedine Zidane wouldn’t coach PSG The Karim Benzema - Kylian Mbappe relationship The transfer names linked to Real Madrid now And more. Did you enjoy this show? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast is brought to you by Moxy Hotel South Beach, who are proud sponsors of the Managing Madrid Podcast World Tour On this episode, Kiyan Sobhani, Matt Wiltse, Jose Perez, and Siddharth Ramsundar discussed: Kylian Mbappe's 180 turn Spanish press and their reporting on the safa Conspiracy theories Statements from Mbappe’s mother Macron and the Emir of Qatar getting involved Has the ship sailed for Mbappe to sign for Real Madrid? Is it a 2+1 deal? Erling Haaland and Mbappe in 3 years What’s next and who do we sign? the 3 years of squad building we sacrificed for Mbappe Florentino Perez's reputation right now How connected was Haaland to Mbappe? Discussing these names: Robert Lewandowski, Aurelien Tchouameni, Reece James, Serge Gnabry, Mohamed Salah How our perception of Mbappe has changed now Families as agents And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get more exclusive content over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridist