Managing Madrid Podcast

Managing Madrid 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

January 20, 2026 48 mins
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Sam Sharpe, and Sam Leveridge discuss: Bernabeu atmosphere in Real Madrid's 6 - 1 win over Monaco Eduardo Camavinga left-back Alvaro Arbeloa’s approach with Vinicius is working Some negatives in this game before diving into what was good The Arda-Bellingham double 8 Mastantuono energy Kylian Mbappe interviews and work rate What happens when ...
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss: Bernabeu’s reaction to the players and president The first half performance vs Levante Alvaro Arbeloa’s in-game adjustments Arda Güler quietly just one assist shy of leading the league in assists Is Arbeloa afraid of Vinicius Jr / Florentino Perez? A conversation about Eduardo Camavinga Grada fans are too tied to the clu...
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Mehedi Hassan, Sam Sharpe, and Hridyam Arora discuss: Raw emotional reaction to a rock-bottom night The disappointing demeanour of the veterans Get ready for a deafening experience at the Bernabeu Alvaro Arbeloa's post-game quotes, starting XI, and overall tall task Vinicius Jr's performance and future at the club Why Real Madrid have deterred futur...
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Sam Sharpe discuss: Why the board deserves a lot of blame The toxic culture at the club The very important differences between Carlo Ancelotti and Xabi Alonso Raul Gonzalez kicking himself Alvaro Arbeloa’s tactical philosophy Is he versatile? The way he deals with players Which youth team players will Arbeloa use? Cestero, Pitarch, Ces...
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Matt Wiltse, Sam Sharpe, and Leah Revelle discuss: Alvaro Carreras's performance The different phases of play Rodrygo’s performance Vinicius Jr's performance Xabi Alonso's subs The lack of capable ball progressors in the team The issues we were disappointed with the most What are the MAIN reasons Real Madrid are struggling this season? What n...
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Jeremy Beren discuss: What’s changed since the 5 - 2? Pablo Barrios’s injury Julian Alvarez’s form The emergency of Marc Public Where Real Madrid can hurt Atletico 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 f...
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse discuss: Just an entire Gonzalo Garcia swoon session Can Gonzalo and Mbappe coexist? Should GG start? Xabi talking about rushing Mbappe back Xabi Alonso deciding Jude Bellingham needs to start over Arda Güler  Why do Real Madrid lose momentum after they score? Real Madrid’s inability to bait the press Xabi Alonso’s subs Vini...
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani answers questions on: Kylian Mbappe's injury: Should he have played the Copa del Rey game? Who steps up without Mbappe now? The path to winning without Mbappe Kees Smit -- a good signing? Chema Andres and Jacobo Ramon Real Madrid's 'market opportunities' strategy now haunting them Why has Real Madrid's defense been so bad? Brahim Diaz's renew...
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December 20, 2025 32 mins
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani gives his reaction to ⁠Real Madrid’s 2 - 0 win over Sevilla in the last game of 2025. Discussed: The team’s defensive issues, player performances, and much much 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, tactica...
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For years, Managing Madrid has focused on analysis, reporting, and perspective — what happens on the pitch and what it means after. But matchdays are also shaped by everything happening around the game: the fans, the media, the buildup, and the atmosphere that never quite makes it into the written word. For the first time, we decided to document that side of the experience. The video embedded below is a behind-the-scenes matchday...
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December 17, 2025 51 mins
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle discuss: The worst 10-15 minutes of the season? Real Madrid’s starting XI vs Talavera Our defense isn’t good enough to sustain the lack of goal production.. Will Xabi Alonso last the season? Winter transfer market And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. The site i...
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December 14, 2025 46 mins
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle discuss: Real Madrid’s starting XI Valdepeñas Jude Bellingham’s positioning Kylian Mbappe’s performance Vinicius Jr's performance Xabi’s in-game management Why do Real Madrid stop playing football after they score? And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. ...
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani gives his pre-game thoughts the day before Real Madrid take on Manchester City in a pivotal Champions League group stage game. Discussed: Xabi Alonso’s job security, line-ups, 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 ne...
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December 7, 2025 19 mins
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani gives his reaction to ⁠Real Madrid’s brutal two-goal loss at home against Celta Vigo. A “hall of shame” night where no one can hold their head high. Kiyan was at the Bernabeu and recounts what happened. 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 Madridist...
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December 3, 2025 33 mins
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle discuss: Real Madrid’s starting line-up vs Athletic Club 4-3-1-2 mid block Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr chemistry Jude Bellingham’s performance Injuries to Trent Alexander-Arnold and Eduardo Camavinga Fede Valverde's performance And more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/Ma...
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani answers questions on: The questions that Xabi Alonso is being asked in the press conferences, and the way he answers them Which players to sell next season Has team actually progressed overall from last season if you factor in the good and the bad of this season? Explaining Lucas's view about Xabi Alonso's lack of punishment for Vinicius Jr after El Clasico ...
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November 30, 2025 39 mins
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani gives his reaction to ⁠Real Madrid’s draw against Girona away from home. What are the recurring issues? Why is the team not defending well? Also: Real Madrid’s press this game, Xabi Alonso’s subs, and a ton 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 ...
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November 26, 2025 34 mins
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani gives his reaction to ⁠Real Madrid’s win over Olympiakos away from home. This was a wild one. On one hand, incredible performances from Vinicius Jr, Kylian Mbappe, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Andriy Lunin; on the other hand, the defending was terrible and the team still is not where it needs to be. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Pa...
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On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani, Lucas Navarrete, and Matt Wiltse discuss: Are the political issues in the team exaggerated? The film sessions What is true and what is not Lack of leadership ROC Nation Xabi Alonso weaknesses Players smelling blood in his personality The falling out after the Clasico sub Vinicius Jr's apology Xabi’s press conference quotes And more. ...
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November 23, 2025 54 mins
On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Leah Revelle discuss: Xabi Alonso's weird line-up vs Elche How Elche exploited Real Madrid Why Fran Garcia on the left wing? How dynamics changed after Gonzalo Garcia sub Trent Alexander-Arnold's return to the starting line-up And much more. Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Joi...
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