Managing Madrid Podcast
- Episodes
- 1,185
- Released
- several times a week
- Latest episode
- Nov 13, 2026
About the podcast
We attend every Real Madrid game as press, and release an episode near-daily. Tactics, analytics, formations, transfers, history, Castilla, Femenino. Join the largest Real Madrid podcast on the planet.
Episodes 1,185
Will Endrick Leave In January? Olise To Real Madrid? MAILBAG!
Sign up for the Real Madrid experience: https://devlopmint.com/pages/kiyan-sobhani-real-madrid-experience On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss: Is Endrick …
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Sign up for the Real Madrid experience: https://devlopmint.com/pages/kiyan-sobhani-real-madrid-experience
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss:
- Is Endrick good enough to be a starter?
- Michael Olise vs Nico Paz (for Real Madrid)?
- Is Arda Güler deeper in midfield a waste of his abilities?
- Options if Bernardo Silva / Aurelien Tchouameni can’t play
- Will Endrick leave in January?
- JJ Gabriel, entourages, and Real Madrid’s pull
- What advice would Kiyan give his son if he was coming up as a Real Madrid striker?
- The Kane - Bellingham connection
- And more.
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Hosts this week:
Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)
Lucas Navarrete (@LucasNavarreteM)
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REACTION: Arda Güler Masterclass vs Belgium; PLUS: Bellingham + Diomande Assists!
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Mehedi Hassan, and Sam Sharpe discuss:
- Arda Güler masterclass vs Belgium and greatness in general
- Italy upsetting a makeshift France
- Jude Bellingham and Trent Alexander-Arnold vs Croatia
- Yan Diomande vs Gambia
- Huijsen-Cucurella vs Czechia
- And more.
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Hosts this week:
Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)
Mehedi Hassan (@MhassanFootball)
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JJ Gabriel To Real Madrid? Plus: La Liga Title Race Check In... With A Culé?!
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Diego Lorijn discuss: - JJ Gabriel - Will Vinicius Jr return to the starting XI? - Julian Alvarez's performance vs Barcelona - The Kylian Mbappe …
Show notes
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Diego Lorijn discuss:
- JJ Gabriel
- Will Vinicius Jr return to the starting XI?
- Julian Alvarez's performance vs Barcelona
- The Kylian Mbappe / Lamine Yamal Ballon D'or self-lobbying
- Hansi Flick's football and whether or not it caps Barcelona's ceiling
- Will this be a 100-point league?
- And more.
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Hosts this week:
Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)
Diego Lorijn (@DiegoLorijn)
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Valencia Post-game, Nov 7
Interested in the Real Madrid experience? Fill out this form: https://form.typeform.com/to/TePMgw6k On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle discuss: Locked in professional …
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Interested in the Real Madrid experience? Fill out this form: https://form.typeform.com/to/TePMgw6k
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle discuss:
- Locked in professional performance
- Friendship FC back in full
- Jose Mourinho’s incredible work in the past few weeks
- The incredible backline
- Yan Diomande - Marc Cucurella partnership
- Jude Bellingham and Arda Güler
- Will Vinicius Jr return to the starting XI?
- What happens to Nico Paz?
- Should Real Madrid sign anyone in the winter?
- And more.
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Hosts this week:
Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)
Leah Revelle (@LeahRevelle)
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A Reflection On Real Madrid's Win Over AEK Athens
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Don Amancio discuss:
- Real Madrid’s clutch stats this season
- Why did Real Madrid struggle against AEK Athens?
- Thoughts on both Marcu Cucurella and Eduardo Camavinga
- Bernardo Silva’s positioning
- Debunking Jude Bellingham misconceptions
- The Denzel Dumfries conundrum and why Trent should be ahead of him
- How the start to this season compares to other seasons in Real Madrid history
- ‘B team’ struggles
- Freak Cristiano Ronaldo numbers
- Kylian Mbappe’s conversion rate
- Should Nico Paz and Jacobo come back?
- How will the Vinicius Jr situation play out?
- And 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)
Don Amancio (@DonShelby__)
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Should Trent Start? What Happens When Vinicius Returns? MAILBAG!
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss: Why did Jose Mourinho prioritize Denzel Dumfries over Trent Alexander-Arnold? Can Fede Valverde be the best right-back in …
Show notes
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss:
- Why did Jose Mourinho prioritize Denzel Dumfries over Trent Alexander-Arnold?
- Can Fede Valverde be the best right-back in the world?
- Can Real Madrid beat teams like Arsenal and PSG?
- The three biggest changes Mourinho has made?
- How Yan Diomande has unlocked the best of Kylian Mbappe and everyone else
- Is Trent disconnected from the team?
- Evaluating Ibrahima Konate’s performances this season
- Who was Real Madrid's best player in the 2022 Champions League run?
- Best possible line-up if Bernardo Silva can’t play.
- Should Nico Paz return next season?
- How about Jacobo Ramon?
- And more.
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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)
Matt Wiltse (@Matt_MM)
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Racing Santander Post-game, Nov 1
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss: WE FINALLY HAVE AN ONCE DE GALA! Yan Diomande + Kylian Mbappe just works better Marc Cucurella + Dean Huijsen What happens …
Show notes
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss:
- WE FINALLY HAVE AN ONCE DE GALA!
- Yan Diomande + Kylian Mbappe just works better
- Marc Cucurella + Dean Huijsen
- What happens when Vinicius Jr comes back?
- Breaking down Real Madrid’s incredible second goal
- Incredible Arda Güler stats
- What happened in the second half?
- The referee decisions
- Shockingly good squad health
- And more.
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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)
Matt Wiltse (@Matt_MM)
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A Reflection On Real Madrid's Win Over Barcelona
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Don Amancio discuss: Post-Clasico “consequences” Jose Mourinho turning a page Tactical shifts in the past week Mourinho got virtually everything …
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Don Amancio discuss:
- Post-Clasico “consequences”
- Jose Mourinho turning a page
- Tactical shifts in the past week
- Mourinho got virtually everything perfect against Barcelona
- Bernardo Silva’s importance
- The noticeable drop off from Fede Valverde to Denzel Dumfries
- Eduardo Camavinga’s impact
- Unbelievable Kylian Mbappe Clasico stats
- Jude Bellingham’s unbelievable performance
- Yan Diomande’s performance
- Marc Cucurella vs Lamine Yamal
- Thoughts on Ballon D’or results
- And more.
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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)
Don Amancio (@DonShelby__)
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El Clásico Preview: Barcelona vs Real Madrid
El Clásico Preview: Barcelona vs Real Madrid Real Madrid travel to Camp Nou for the first Clásico of the 2026-27 season. In this episode we break down the training session, get line-up thoughts from Kiyan …
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El Clásico Preview: Barcelona vs Real Madrid
Real Madrid travel to Camp Nou for the first Clásico of the 2026-27 season. In this episode we break down the training session, get line-up thoughts from Kiyan Sobhani, Alex Ashmore and Guillermo Rai, and dive into the tactical matchups that could decide the game.
- Training session observations from Real Madrid
- Line-up predictions and discussion with Alex Ashmore and Guillermo Rai
- Tactical preview: high line, key matchups, and reasons for hope and concern
- José Mourinho's Clasico record
- Barcelona's home form
- Barcelona's high line and injuries and how to exploit it.
- Key matchups and tactical battles.
- Tchouaméni and Camavinga double pivot?
- And much more.
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Pre-Clasico Banter With Sara Poraria
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Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfGDYIyyNh52lvU4rCJkInA/join On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Sara Poraria discuss: - Pedri vs Arda Güler - El Clasico Predictions - Has there been a momentum shift for both teams this past week?- Barcelona's dominant run this season - And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid (or YouTube membership) 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) Sara Poraria (@SaraPoraria)
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Leipzig Post-game, Oct 22
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani gives his thoughts on Real Madrid's win over RB Leipzig directly from the Bernabeu, including: - Why Fede Valverde thrives at right-back - Yan …
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani gives his thoughts on Real Madrid's win over RB Leipzig directly from the Bernabeu, including:
- Why Fede Valverde thrives at right-back
- Yan Diomande's instant impact
- Why Vinicius's suspension helps Real Madrid
- Bernardo Silva's performance
- Jose Mourinho's post-game quotes
- A small look ahead to Clasico
- And more.
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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:
Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)
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Sevilla Post-game, Oct 18
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Mehedi Hassan discuss Real Madrid's 4 - 1 win over Sevilla, including: Jose Mourinho’s starting XI How better equipped this lineup is to deal …
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Mehedi Hassan discuss Real Madrid's 4 - 1 win over Sevilla, including:
- Jose Mourinho’s starting XI
- How better equipped this lineup is to deal with pressure
- The Yan Diomande experience
- Endrick’s performance
- Arda Güler in the double pivot
- Is this line-up better suited for Kylian Mbappe?
- Fede at right-back
- Mourinho’s post-game quotes
- And more.
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Hosts this week:
Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)
Mehedi Hassan (@MhassanFootball)
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Roma Post-game, Oct 14
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Sam Sharpe break down Real Madrid's win over Roma, including: - Jose Mourinho's line-up and the problems that came with it - The game-changing …
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Sam Sharpe break down Real Madrid's win over Roma, including:
- Jose Mourinho's line-up and the problems that came with it
- The game-changing players off the bench
- Mourinho's post-game quotes
- Real Madrid's lack of ball progression
- An extreme line-up that should never be repeated again
- Endrick and Espi
- The Fede - Tchouameni double pivot
- And a ton more.
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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)
Sam Sharpe (@CastillaStats)
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Mourinho Press Conference Reaction + Is Lack of Running Actually Real Madrid’s Biggest Problem?
Reacting to José Mourinho’s press conference ahead of Real Madrid vs Roma, plus an in-depth look at whether the “Real Madrid run the least” narrative is actually their biggest problem. The running stats look …
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Reacting to José Mourinho’s press conference ahead of Real Madrid vs Roma, plus an in-depth look at whether the “Real Madrid run the least” narrative is actually their biggest problem. The running stats look bad on the surface, but the data tells a different story.
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Don Amancio discuss Real Madrid's running stats and why they are misleading, and a lot more, including a live reaction to Aurelien Tchouameni and Jose Mourinho's press conference quotes in the Roma vs Real Madrid pre-game presser.
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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)
Don Amancio (@DonShelby__)
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AS Roma vs Real Madrid Preview
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Steven Sciavillo from Chiesa di Totti's Across the Romaverse look ahead to AS Roma vs Real Madrid in the Champions League on Wednesday: Jose …
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Steven Sciavillo from Chiesa di Totti's Across the Romaverse look ahead to AS Roma vs Real Madrid in the Champions League on Wednesday: Jose Mourinho's return, Gasperini's high-flying tactics, starting XIs, and more.
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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:
Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)
Steven Sciavillo (@ssciavilloCdT)
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Villarreal Post-game, Oct 10
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Mehedi Hassan break down Real Madrid's 1 - 0 win over Villarreal, including: - Vinicius Jr's red card and performance - Referee double standards …
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Mehedi Hassan break down Real Madrid's 1 - 0 win over Villarreal, including:
- Vinicius Jr's red card and performance
- Referee double standards
- Jose Mourinho's starting XI
- Fede Valverde... better on the wing?
- Arda Güler's performance
- Trent Alexander-Arnold's performance
- Kylian Mbappe's struggles
- Mourinho cancelling his press conference
- Real Madrid's defense
- And much more.
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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)
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5 Things Going RIGHT for Real Madrid This Season
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle discuss FIVE positives for Real Madrid this season. Kiyan and Leah also discuss: The playing time of Endrick, Brahim, and Espi Jose …
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle discuss FIVE positives for Real Madrid this season. Kiyan and Leah also discuss:
- The playing time of Endrick, Brahim, and Espi
- Jose Mourinho's press conference quotes
- The Konaté-Huijsen pairing
- Bellingham + Güler combo
- Is Mourinho maximizing Fede Valverde?
- And more.
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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)
Leah Revelle (@LeahRevelle)
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Reacting to an insane Jude Bellingham game vs Croatia (Nations League 2026)
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Mehedi Hassan discuss England's 7 - 0 win over England, including: Jude Bellingham's insane performance against Croatia A wild midfield idea for …
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Mehedi Hassan discuss England's 7 - 0 win over England, including:
- Jude Bellingham's insane performance against Croatia
- A wild midfield idea for Real Madrid?
- The Kane, Bellingham, Gordon trifecta
- The fall of Croatia
- And more.
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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)
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The Negreira Scandal And Cristiano Ronaldo's GOAT Status. Global Madridista x Managing Madrid
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and The Global Madridista discuss: - Common Barcelona reasons for denial of the Negreira case and counter points to all of them' - The alleged $5M …
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and The Global Madridista discuss:
- Common Barcelona reasons for denial of the Negreira case and counter points to all of them'
- The alleged $5M payment to Tebas — and why it matters
- Payments admitted — the statistical smoking gun
- How Haaland and Mbappé could fit at Real Madrid
- Cristiano Ronaldo’s goat legacy
- How Real Madrid can escape its dark era
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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)
Miguel Barron (@TheGlobalMadridista)
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Managing Madrid Founder GABE LEZRA on the rising cost of watching Real Madrid on tv + the Paramount merger
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Gabe Lezra discuss: (Here is Gabe's article: https://www.contrariannews.org/p/sports-fans-cant-boycott-paramount) The fight against the …
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Gabe Lezra discuss:
(Here is Gabe's article: https://www.contrariannews.org/p/sports-fans-cant-boycott-paramount)
- The fight against the Paramount merger and the rising cost of watching your favourite sports team play
- Was Florentino Perez’s diagonsis of football media broadcasting correct?
- How long will broadcasters be allowed to squeeze money out of fans?
- Why isn't there more outrage over the Negreira case?
- How media consolidation hurst sports fans
- Can clubs go direct to consumer and cut out the middle man?
- And more.
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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)
Gabe Lezra (@GabeLezra)
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How severe should Man City's punishment be and why does Kiyan rate Bernardo?
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani goes live on YouTube to discuss: - Official statements from the Premier League, Manchester City, and what's next. - Arda Güler vs Italy - How do you …
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani goes live on YouTube to discuss:
- Official statements from the Premier League, Manchester City, and what's next.
- Arda Güler vs Italy
- How do you plan for a future after Thibaut Courtois?
- Who are three former Real Madrid players (not named Cristiano Ronaldo) that would fit this current team?
- Should Real Madrid have signed harry Kane?
- And much more.
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Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)
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5 Real Madrid Questions That Need To Be Answered
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss: What are the chances Vinicius Jr recovers his form? Will Florentino Pérez back Jose Mourinho? Things Alvaro Arbeloa tried …
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss:
- What are the chances Vinicius Jr recovers his form?
- Will Florentino Pérez back Jose Mourinho?
- Things Alvaro Arbeloa tried last season that we liked
- 5 BIG QUESTIONS FOR JOSE MOURINHO
- What happens if Vinicius gets benched? Will it be Yan Diomande on the left?
- What’s our preferred starting XI?
- The greatness of Jude Bellingham and Arda Güler
- How will we grade this summer transfer window 5 five years from now?
- And much more.
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REACTION to Jude Bellingham's masterclass vs England, PLUS: Mbappe's injury, and more.
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Mehedi Hassan go live on YouTube after Spain defeat England in the Nations League to discuss: How both teams approached this game tactically …
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Mehedi Hassan go live on YouTube after Spain defeat England in the Nations League to discuss:
- How both teams approached this game tactically
- Starting XIs
- Jude Bellingham masterclass
- Some great Jude Bellingham stats
- Harry Kane’s performances
- Anthony Gordon’s performance
- Elliott Anderson -- how good is he?
- Will Manchester City actually have a firesafe?
- Quansah over Trent Alexander-Arnold….
- The momentum shift after Kane’s penalty miss
- Kylian Mbappe’s injury / performance
- Mbappe’s LW performance
- Arda Güler masterclass
- Zinedine Zidane’s managerial debut
- And more.
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Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)
Mehedi Hassan (@MhassanFootball)
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Mbappe Left Wing? Manchester City Firesale? Real Madrid Q&A!
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani goes live on YouTube to discuss: Spain U-21's performance vs Finland Manchester City's 114 charges / dominoes Kylian Mbappe left wing? Denzel …
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani goes live on YouTube to discuss:
- Spain U-21's performance vs Finland
- Manchester City's 114 charges / dominoes
- Kylian Mbappe left wing?
- Denzel Dumfries's performance vs Germany
- Why Mbappe and Vinicius Jr can't play together
- Why Real Madrid isn't a systems-based club
- Do coaches lack power at Real Madrid?
- And more,
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Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)
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Some Real Madrid Harsh Truths: Mailbag!
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss: Where do we see Vinicius Jr in 3 years? Ibrahima Konaté’s injury Eder Militao + Rodrygo's return NBA + Euro league? …
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss:
- Where do we see Vinicius Jr in 3 years?
- Ibrahima Konaté’s injury
- Eder Militao + Rodrygo's return
- NBA + Euro league?
- What are the odds Jose Mourinho survives the season?
- What if 5 subs existed during the Galacticos era?
- Real Madrid’s lack of leadership
- Revisiting the summer signings
- Real Madrid’s running stats
- And more.
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Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)
Lucas Navarrete (@LucasNavarreteM)
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Atletico Post-game, Sep 20
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Lucas Navarrete, and Mehedi Hassan break down Real Madrid's 2 - 1 loss to Atletico Madrid, including: Jose Mourinho's starting XI and in-game …
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Lucas Navarrete, and Mehedi Hassan break down Real Madrid's 2 - 1 loss to Atletico Madrid, including: Jose Mourinho's starting XI and in-game management, the performances of EVERYONE, the big changes that need to be make, Mourinho's post-game quotes, Dean Huijsen's red card, some shocking referee decisions, and much more.
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Lucas Navarrete (@LucasNavarreteM)
Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)
Mehedi Hassan (@MhassanFootball)
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Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid PREVIEW, La Liga 2026 - 2027
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Jeremy Beren discuss: Real Madrid’s horrendous record at the Metropolitano Atletico Madrid's new recruitment strategy Kang-in Lee — a revelation …
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Jeremy Beren discuss:
- Real Madrid’s horrendous record at the Metropolitano
- Atletico Madrid's new recruitment strategy
- Kang-in Lee — a revelation
- The Julian Alvarez saga
- Atletico’s weaknesses to be exploited
- Atletico also have 2nd half struggles
- Reminiscing on the 5-2 loss to Atletico last season
- Diego Simeone’s tactical changes this season
- Alex Baena’s new role
- And more.
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Jeremy Beren (@JBBeren)
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Elche Post-game, Sep 15
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Mehedi Hassan discuss: CARLOS ESPI Vinicius Jr's shooting / confidence levels Another Arda Güler masterclass What is happenning in these 2nd …
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Mehedi Hassan discuss:
- CARLOS ESPI
- Vinicius Jr's shooting / confidence levels
- Another Arda Güler masterclass
- What is happenning in these 2nd halves?
- Real Madrid’s defense
- Trent Alexander-Arnold's performance
- Aurelien Tchouameni’s return as a starter and the function of the double pivot vs Elche
- Yan Diomande’s performance
- Vinicius’s performance / form
- And more.
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Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)
Mehedi Hassan (@MhassanFootball)
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Has Real Madrid's Press Improved Under Jose Mourinho?
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Don Amancio discuss: Really interesting pressing data from Real Madrid vs Inter Milan Did people mis-analyze that game? Some jarring stats …
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Don Amancio discuss:
- Really interesting pressing data from Real Madrid vs Inter Milan
- Did people mis-analyze that game?
- Some jarring stats regarding missed chances
- Underperforming xG
- Breaking down some brilliant pressing sequences vs Inter
- Jose Mourinho’s rotation challenges
- Vinicius Jr's dribbling stats
- An incredible stat from Real Madrid vs Inter not discussed
- And more.
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Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)
Don Amancio (@DonShelby__)
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An Honest Assessment Of Real Madrid So far
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss: How do we measure greatness? As assessment of Barcelona so far An assessment of Vinicius Jr's defense hustle + …
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss:
- How do we measure greatness?
- As assessment of Barcelona so far
- An assessment of Vinicius Jr's defense hustle + offensive struggles
- Trent Alexander-Arnold needs continuity
- Wild xG underperformance
- Will Jose Mourinho rotate Vinicius and Kylian Mbappe?
- Mbappe’s Ballon D’or campaign
- Our best and worst takes ever
- Will Real Madrid sign anyone in the winter transfer window?
- And more.
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Hosts this week:
Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)
Lucas Navarrete (@LucasNavarreteM)
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