Live from the Bernabeu: El Clasico Pre-game

You can donate to Support Om Arvind's Legacy in Soccer Here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-om-arvinds-legacy-in-soccer On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Mehedi Hassan, and Hridyam Arora discuss: A tribute to Om Arvind Arda Guler’s performance and Sorloth leading the Pichichi race Overall performance from Real Madrid vs Villarreal Eder Militao’s performance  Andriy Lunin / Thibaut Courtois for the Champions League Final  Expected lineup vs. Real Betis and Borussia Dortmund And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively 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) Mehedi Hassan (@MHassanFootball) Hridyam Arora (@hridarora22) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to the first episode of a new Managing Madrid x Real Deal Pods series “The Making of Peñas” where we go over the origin stories of these official Real Madrid recognized fan clubs around the world. This episode gets into the fascinating origin story of Peña Madridista Bangladesh, challenges faced by the founders in getting their peña officially recognized by the club, how Mehedi got kicked out of the group multiple times before it was recognized, the perks of being a peña and the sense of camaraderie that comes with it, and more. TIMESTAMPS: 1:25: Introducing the new series “The Making of Peñas” 2:45: Origin story of Peña Madridista Bangladesh 5:00: The challenges to get it recognized 8:30: The flex of Madridismo and UCL finals 12:00: The bond among members of Peña Madridista Bangladesh 13:50: Perks of being a Peñista 15:40: What would happen if Sid and Mehedi voted on important Real Madrid matters 16:45: The 92:48 Podcast 17:50: The ease of commonalities among Peñas 20:00: The unique name of Peña Madridista Bangladesh 21:00: Best place to watch a CL final in Dhaka & Bangladesh’s rich food culture The Real Deal is a small Managing Madrid spinoff show that hosts podcasts that go up on our Spotify feed. Find them on X, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok at @realdealpods for more takes and banter between episodes! 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 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: Siddharth Ramsundar (@TacticalFouling) Mehedi Hassan (@MHassanFootball) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Yash Thakur discuss: Carlo Ancelotti’s starting XI and decision not to rotate the team Eduardo Camavinga’s positioning ARDA GÜLER! Thibaut Courtois’s performance and his place in the Champions League final Eder Militao — slowly improving Insane Toni Kroos and Jude Bellingham numbers A reflection on Bellingham’s season And more. 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 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: Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite) Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On our latest episode @tacticalfouling is joined by analyst @dharnishiqbal to conclude our discussion of the Champions League semifinals. How was Ancelotti’s tactical performance against Tuchel? How did Madrid’s free-roaming cause issues for Bayern? Did Madrid suffer more against City or Bayern? Did City’s refusal to take risks hurt them against Madrid? How much of City’s ability to make Madrid suffer was physical? Tune in! 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 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: Siddharth Ramsundar (@TacticalFouling) Dharnish Iqbal (@dharnishiqbal) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita discuss Real Madrid’s key performers in their three straight wins and transfer rumours for the summer. Talking points: Three consecutive wins for Toril’s side Second place mathematically sealed for Las Blancas Claudia Zornoza with a goal in each of the last three games Zornoza’s divisive 2023-24 season Linda Caicedo’s big game gene Moller reaches 100 appearances with Madrid Verdict on Moller’s time at the club Where does Moller fit next season? Rumours around Maria Mendez and Maelle Lakrar joining the club The future of Sousa, Rocio and Ivana next season Sousa’s disappearance from the team Alba Redondo’s rumored arrival and fit at the club How does return of Caroline Weir shape the team up? Did you enjoy this podcast? Please consider supporting us through Patreon for more bonus 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 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite) Kanita (@KaniFroh) Las Blancas (@Las_Blancas) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Yash Thakur discuss: Is it fair / correct to start Thibaut Courtois over Andriy Lunin in the Champions League final? An honest assessment of Eder Militao The Madrid farewell tour: Too soon. He’s too good. Too important. Arda Güler’s performance and overall development A breakdown of all the goals Fran Garcia, developing nicely What makes Brahim Diaz so special? And more. 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 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: Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite) Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Castilla Corner podcast, Hridyam Arora and Sam Sharpe discuss: Real Madrid Castilla’s recent form Has Raul done a good job this season? Some more Jeremy De Leon discussion The Castilla graduates who are on loan somewhere else Arda Guler vs Take Kubo The case to bring Rafa Marin and/or Mario Gila back Why Castilla will never be ‘doomed’ And much, much more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively 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 its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Hridyam Arora (@hridarora22) Sam Sharpe (@CastillaStats) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s Cadiz El Día Despues (a weekly segment that goes up the day after a Real Madrid game exclusively for Managing Madrid Members), Kiyan Sobhani, Matt Wiltse, and Yash Thakur spent an entire episode discussing Arda Güler, among many other things. Topics included: The match-up against Bayern Munich, -Franco Mastantuono, and more. The clip we’ve uploaded for free this week is about whether or not Güler should go out on loan or not, and what his best position is. The full episode can be found here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/future-of-arda-103752219 Enjoy, subscribe, and comment, and let us know your thoughts on the above video. Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Apple: https://apple.co/3tJ6qY9 Subscribe to the Managing Madrid Podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/364lzLx Join the Patreon army for a ton on bonus content: Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Siddharth Ramsundar discuss: THE MOST CRAZY REAL MADRID CHAMPIONS LEAGUE SCRIPTED GAME EVER How we controlled Bayern Munich for the majority of the game Thomas Tuchel’s subs — genius or counter-productive? Vinicius Jr and Toni Kroos masterclass Bayern’s disallowed goal at the end JOSELU JOSELU JOSELU Manuel Neuer’s performance and mistake Real Madrid’s insane pressure at the end  Tuchel’s post game quotes Post-game narratives Will Kroos stay beyond this season? Can he lead Germany to a Euro title? Is Vinicius the best player int he world? The tears of the haters… Delicious Thibaut Courtois vs Andriy Lunin next season Rodrygo Goes's performance Carlo Ancelotti's post-game quotes The suffering-to-winning ratio supporting Real Madrid. Beautiful. And more. 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 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) Siddharth Ramsundar (@tacticalfouling) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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