Managing Madrid Podcast

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss: The wild fact that this is the first official match between Real Madrid and Eintracht Frankfurt since the since 7-3 in the 1960 European Cup Final Frankfurt’s form after the Bayern Munich debacle Takeaways from the Bayern loss Carlo Ancelotti’s explanation on the Super Cup lineup being the same as the Champi...

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kristofer McCormack and Ruben Skjerping discuss: Are Real Madrid prioritizing Castilla more ahead of this season? The reasons behind establishing a C team Why didn't Miguel Gutierrez get more opportunities? The departures of Mario Gila and Borja Mayoral Our terrible predictions from previous years Castilla's striker situation Antonio Blanco's progres...

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Jose Perez discuss: Are Real Madrid *actually* being conservative?  Have we been wise with our decisions? How things changed in our philosophy under Jose Mourinho the greatness of squad depth in the 2016 - 2017 season Reflecting on the Eden Hazard and Luka Jovic signings Missing out on Serge Gnabry Bernardo Silva And more. Did you e...

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Euan McTear discuss: The most interesting Carlo Ancelotti post-game quotes from pre-season How different will next year’s starting XI be? Will there be any dramatic squad changes? Ancelotti’s league record The whole weird Antonio Rudiger left-back thing Vinicius Jr vs Ronald Araujo Jesus Vallejo and Nacho Fernandez The lack of Casti...

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani discusses: The atmosphere at Oracle Park How special it is to watch Eduardo Camavinga play in person Carlo Ancelotti's post-game quotes Karim Benzema's brilliance 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/adc...

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, we discuss: Carlo Ancelotti’s decision to play Antonio Rudiger at left-back His vision for David Alaba and Real Madrid’s backline Eder Militao How to succeed Luka Modric and what the future of Real Madrid’s midfield looks like Alvaro Odriozola’s ability And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/Managi...

LINKS TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TO OUR LAS VEGAS AND SAN FRANCISCO SHOWS HERE On this episode, Kiyan Sobhani reads an excerpt from his upcoming book, about Mesut Ozil. 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...

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: Whether or not Rodrygo Goes is ready to be a Real Madrid starter Can he take the leap? What is the contingency plan if Karim Benzema gets injured? Who will start in the backline next season? Would Raphinha have been a good signing for Real Madrid...

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: Our (hopefully) objective take on Barcelona’s signings Their finances The parallel to 2009 Xavi Hernandez's Visa issues Why Real Madrid haven’t signed anyone for the attack Roberto Lewandowski vs Karim Benzema Takefua Kubo’s sale to Real Socie...

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, Sa...

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...

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...

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...

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 co...

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...

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...

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 partnersh...

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 conte...

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 T...

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 Mad...

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, incl...

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 Zid...

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 Tuch...

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 p...

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...