The Real Deal: A Real Madrid Podcast

Sid breaks down the Copa Del Rey win in Real Madrid's penultimate fixture of the calendar year. Dean Huijsen, Endrick, Mbappe, the new right back Jimenez, and more.

Sid and Jarod react to Xabi Alonso's men winning at Alaves. Vinicius, Jude, Mbappe, Rodrygo, Valdepenas' debut and more.

Sid and Jarod Hector discuss the loss to Manchester City. Is Xabi Alonso done at Real Madrid? We react to Endrick finally getting game time, Gonzalo Garcia, the lack of press resistance in the team outside Carreras, Vinicius up front, Rodrygo's goal and more.

Jarod and Sid discuss the disappointing loss to Celta, Vini/Mbappe on defense, Tchouameni's lapse, Alonso's tactics and more.

Jarod Hector and Sid discuss how the death of monoculture and pressure on corporations to grow profits has led to "crossover" style sports events related to America, a place where the game is not a traditional stronghold. We discuss the NFL at the Bernabeu, Ronaldo at the White House, Messi in the MLS, and how it all relates to new methods of audience capture. The Beautiful Game is embracing modern marketing

Jarod Hector and Sid discuss Xabi Alonso's tactics, Florentino Perez and the dressing room, Arda Guler, Vinicius and more.

Loconte and Taalib break discuss the disappointing draw to Rayo, Alonso's lack of successful adjustments off the bench, the team's struggles in buildup play and more.

Loconte and Jarod Hector preview the Rayo Vallecano game with keys for Xabi Alonso's side and things to watch out for.

Loconte and Sid breakdown Real Madrid's defeat at Anfield.

Loconte and Jarod Hector discuss the Vinicius situation, evolving dynamics at Real Madrid with Mbappe's arrival and changes to the team's playing style from the Carlo Ancelotti days, Vinicius' career trajectory and desire for the Ballon d'Or and more.