FC Barcelona forward Robert Lewandowski expressed his praise for Real Madrid coach and former teammate Xabi Alonso, saying he has a lot of potential, in a recent interview with ESPN. This would be Alonso’s first season in charge of a team in La Liga, and in the interview, Lewandowski was asked about him, to which…

Real Madrid Castilla midfielder Thiago Pitarch has signed a contract extension with the club, one which will keep him with Los Blancos at least until the summer of 2030. Pitarch announced this contract extension on his social media, but the club have not published an announcement just yet. View this post on Instagram A post…

On this Patron-only episode of the Churros y Tácticas Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Diego Lorijn discuss: La Liga’s stance on piracy MediaPro losing rights to La Liga Does aggressive pressing impact longevity? Will Xabi Alonso’s scheme demand lots of rotation? Will Barca and Real ever sell to a private investor? Barca’s ‘anti doping’ fails How…

Real Madrid attacker Franco Mastantuono talked to the team’s TV channel and shared a few thoughts after completing his first training session with the squad. “The main highlights are the quality of my teammates. The pace, it’s a very high tempo which is very nice because playing with the best makes you better. Very happy…

Franco Mastantuono was officially unveiled at Valdebebas this Wednesday, on his 18th birthday, holding a Real Madrid shirt with the number 30. The number choice is not random. Under LaLiga rules, first-team players must wear squad numbers between 1 and 25. By registering Mastantuono with Real Madrid Castilla instead of the senior squad, the club…

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Rodrygo Goes remains committed to Real Madrid despite recent transfer rumors. Reports in England suggested Manchester City could make a move if Savinho departs, but sources close to the player insist leaving Madrid is not in his plans. Rodrygo is settled in the Spanish capital, under contract until 2028, and no formal offer has been…

Clarifying Mastantuono’s Registration, and more. MAILBAG! On this Members-only episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss: Biggest Real Madrid ‘what ifs’ of the past 25 years Best La Liga teams of the past 25 years Should Real Madrid keep Rodrygo? Franco Mastantuono’s registration with Castilla Can Castilla get to Segunda?…

Real Madrid’s latest signing Franco Mastantuono spoke at his presentation in a press conference to explain that Los Blancos were not the only team who tried to sign him, with Paris Saint-Germain among those who showed an interest. He explained that, “well, yes, it’s true that many teams were interested in me, and I appreciate…

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez introduced new player Franco Mastantuono to the club on Tuesday, after which the Argentine gave a speech thanking everyone for helping him on his journey. He gave a short but passionate speech to the fans of the club. “It’s a special day to join Real Madrid, the biggest club in…