Managing Madrid Podcast

Managing Madrid Podcast

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Managing Madrid Podcast episodes

  • The Real Deal Introduction

    On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Siddharth Ramsundar discuss:


    How did Sid and Mehedi become diehard Real Madrid fans?

    In this origin episode, they discuss their early football memories, the highs and lows of the heated Barcelona rivalry, favorite players growing up, and their journey into tactics and content creation.

    Join as they recount the standout moments that shaped their fandom and what Real Madrid means to them today. A must-listen for any football fan!




    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:

    Mehedi Hassan (@MHassanFootball)

    Siddharth Ramsundar (@TacticalFouling)

    The Real Deal (@RealDealPods)


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    53 min
  • Castilla Corner: Where Will Castilla Finish This Season?

    On this episode of the Managing Madrid podcast, Hridyam Arora and Sam Sharpe discuss:


    • Castilla's stalemate vs Malaga
    • Alvaro Rodriguez's form
    • Who's been the most impressive Castilla player so far?
    • Why do Castilla never produce talents like Messi, Iniesta and Xavi? 
    • Gavi / Manuel Angel stylistic comparisons
    • Where will Castilla finish this season?
    • And 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:

      (@CastillaCorner)

      Hridyam Arora (@hridarora22)

      Sam Sharpe (@CastillaStats)

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      46 min
    • Clasico Post-game: BELLINGHAM TRANSCENDS

      On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Jose Perez, and Siddharth Ramsundar discuss:


      • Starting XIs for both Real Madrid and Barcelona in El Clasico
      • Going through every single one of the first half issues
      • What does Carlo Ancelotti need to be doing differently in Clasicos / big games?
      • Is Jude Bellingham HeroBall masking the team's deficiencies?
      • Rodrygo Goes and Vinicius Jr's performance — what’s going on with them?
      • Gavi
      • Joao Felix
      • How Eduardo Camavinga changed the game
      • Have we learned that… Camavinga can’t be benched in a big game? 
      • Did Barcelona “deserve to win the game” as Xavi put it?
      • Barcelona’s excuses about injuries… and the counter argument against that
      • Ancelotti’s explanation after the game of the issues in the team's structure
      • Will Real Madrid hit another gear offensively eventually this season?
      • Arda Güler back soon...
      • 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)

        Jose Perez (@jcperez_)


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        1 hr 29 min
      • Las Blancas Podcast: To be or not to be a right-back?

        Hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita discuss Real Madrid’s 1-2 loss to Levante in matchday 6 of Liga F.

        Talking points:

        • Weird lineup choices from Toril
        • To play or not to play a right back?
        • Problems in buildup due to lineup choices
        • Struggles in finding midfielders in build-up
        • The root cause of problems in pressing
        • Levante’s success in disrupting our play
        • Toletti’s influence in the game
        • Zornoza’s role in the team
        • Lack of minutes of Maite
        • Sousa’s poor defending and marking on the goals
        • Set-piece defending continues to be poor
        • Lack of proper use of the squad
        • What happens when performances catch up with the results?
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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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          1 hr 9 min
        • Takeaways from Real Madrid’s 1 - 2 win over Braga (Patreon Clip)

          This was a small clip from this week’s Managing Madrid Post-game podcast (Braga 1 - 2 Real Madrid) which went up exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. The full episode discussed the performances of several players, tactical set-ups of both teams, and a ton more.

          We’ve cut out a free clip for those who haven’t become Members yet. In this clip, Kiyan Sobhani and Euan McTear discuss Rodrygo’s performance (outside his goal), Real Madrid’s asymmetry, how Camavinga and Modric bossed the midfield, and more.



          The full episode can be found here:

          Patreon: https://tinyurl.com/5n8v7p6y

          YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAgYtVacBZg&t

          Enjoy, subscribe, and comment, and let us know your thoughts on the above video.

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          16 min
        • The Rodrygo Debate

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


          • Reflecting on the performance of Real Madrid as well as the referee from the Sevilla game
          • Sergio Ramos vs Real Madrid
          • How concerned are we about Clasico?
          • How will Carlo Ancelotti approach that game?
          • A debate on Rodrygo’s form
          • How patient can we be with him?
          • 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:

            Lucas Navarrete (@LucasNavarrete)

            Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)


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            43 min
          • Sevilla Post-game, Oct 21

            On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss:


            • Carlo Ancelotti's starting XI vs Sevilla
            • Real Madrid’s plan and initial hot start
            • The brutal referee calls
            • Playing against Sergio Ramos
            • Antonio Rudiger’s performance
            • Performance of Real Madrid’s attack. 
            • Ferland Mendy’s
            • How each of the midfielders performed
            • Carlo Ancelotti's subs
            • Dani Carvajal’s performance
            • 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:

              Matt Wiltse (@MattW_MM)

              Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)

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              54 min
            • Beckham: Episode Two Discussion

              On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss:


              • Diego Simeone admitting David Beckham shouldn't have gotten a red card in World Cup 1998
              • The insane hate that David Beckham received after the red card
              • How do English fans look at themselves now reflecting on their behaviour in '98?
              • Mental health stigma now vs 1998
              • Beckham’s story of how much he practiced corner kicks
              • The insanity of the 1999 Champions League final
              • Roy Keane’s no-nonsense approach
              • Real Madrid knocking both Manchester United and Bayern Munich out the following season.
              • 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:

                Matt Wiltse (@MattW_MM)

                Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)

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                30 min
              • Beckham: Episode One Discussion

                On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss:


                • How many news fans did David Beckham bring with him to Real Madrid? 
                • Beckham’s marketing deals — a pioneer in the sport
                • Sir Alex Ferguson's philosophies and disagreements with David Beckham
                • Glen Hoddle vs Beckham 
                • How successful was Beckham’s Real Madrid stint
                • How his signing conflicted with Luis Figo
                • Beckham’s unique playing style — has there anyone been ever like him?
                • Beckham’s free kicks
                • His business acumen
                • Rio Ferdinand's cameos in the doc
                • 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:

                  Matt Wiltse (@MattW_MM)

                  Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)

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                  35 min
                • Las Blancas Podcast: Trailblazing Toletti steals the show!

                  Hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita discuss Real Madrid’s 2-5 win against Granada in matchday 5 of Liga F.

                  Talking points:

                  • Constant lineup changes every game by Toril
                  • Esther Martin-Pozuelo’s return to Madrid again
                  • Granada’s good ideas and sustaining possession in final third
                  • What is Feller’s best role?
                  • Athenea’s brilliant start to the season
                  • Linda in the #10 role
                  • Toletti showcasing her overall play
                  • Bruun growing in confidence
                  • Bruun’s movements in the box
                  • Raso’s performance and tendencies on the flank
                  • Raso and her combination with the fullbacks
                  • Defensive problems persist
                  • Kenti and her role in the team
                  • Consistent errors from CB pairing
                  • Does Toril know his best lineup?

                  • 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)




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                    1 hr 8 min

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