On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Luke Thomas, Kiyan Sobhani, and Lucas Navarrete discuss:


Ilia Topuria’s incredible run

Luke’s journey from India to the USA

How he got into Combat Sports

Luke’s work with SB Nation

How Luke became Madridista DURING Barca’s glory years

What Luke told Kate Abdo

Which Real Madrid player would succeed as an MMA fighter?

UFC at the Bernabeu?

The greatness of the country of Spain

And more.


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Hosts this week:
Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)
Lucas Navarrete (@LucasNavarreteM)
Luke Thomas (@lthomasnews)
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Luke Thomas on UFC at the Bernabeu and Ilia Topuria

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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!

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Hosts this week:
Siddharth Ramsundar (@TacticalFouling)
Mehedi Hassan (@MHassanFootball)
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Real Deal Pods: The Making of Peña Madridista Bangladesh

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.


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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.
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Hosts this week:
Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite)
Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)
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Alaves Post-game, May 15: MANITA!

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!

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Hosts this week:
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Dharnish Iqbal (@dharnishiqbal)


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Reflecting on Real Madrid’s Semifinal Win

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?

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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:
Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite)
Kanita (@KaniFroh)
Las Blancas (@Las_Blancas)
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Las Blancas Podcast: Zornoza shines in a winning run!

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.


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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:
Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite)
Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)
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Luke Thomas on UFC at the Bernabeu and Ilia Topuria

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