UEFA Champions League

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso spoke to the media after their 2-0 win over Espanyol to remain at the top of the La Liga table on Saturday afternoon. He was asked about two long-range goals — one each from Kylian Mbappe and Eder Militao — and he claimed it to be necessary in some situations….

Real Madrid host Espanyol in what could be a good opportunity for Xabi Alonso to make some rotations. Bellingham and Camavinga will be expected to play some minutes, although they will likely come off the bench. Real Madrid predicted XI: Courtois, Carvajal, Militao, Asencio, Fran Garcia, Tchouameni, Valverde, Guler, Mastantuono, Vinicius, Mbappe. Espanyol predicted XI:…

On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani is joined by Sara Poraria of Sporty TV to discuss here pitch-side interviews, assessment / predictions of Real Madrid and Barcelona, 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…

On this Members-only episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss: Fede Valverde’s form Rodrygo Goes’s place in the team has changed? The truth about Vinicius Jr and Xabi Alonso’s relationship Jude Bellingham’s return and what it means tactically When will we see how good this team truly is? Franco Mastantuono’s…

Real Madrid attacker Endrick rejoined the squad in training this Thursday and will be available when Los Blancos take on Espanyol on Saturday. The Brazilian forward has recovered from the muscle injury he suffered in August. Still, Endrick should not be expected to play much in this one, knowing that hamstring injuries are always tricky…

Welcome to The Daily Merengue — a place where you can feel free to discuss all things football. Do not be alarmed by the overt RMCF bias. It’s in the name! Shoutout to the Mods who do a fantastic job, Valyrian Steel, Ezek XI, KungFuZizou, NeRObutBlanco, Felipejack, and Juninho. Day of Rest Champions League. As we enter…

On this Patron-only episode of the Churros y Tácticas Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Diego Lorijn discuss: Negreira case updates! Jose Mourinho to Benfica! Diego Simeone — is it time for him to leave? What if Xabi Alonso and Hansi Flick weren’t Real Madrid managers? Fermin vs Nico Paz / Arda Güler And more. CLICK HERE…

Real Madrid face Eintracht Frankfurt in the third qualifying round of UEFA Women’s Champions League. This is how Pau Quesada lined up the team for the second leg. Fromhs starts in goal. Shei and Yasmim take the fullback position. Méndez and Lakrar are the CB duo. Toletti and Angeldahl make pivot duo. Sara Däbritz is…

Dean Huijsen has officially been handed a one-match suspension following his red card at Anoeta against Real Sociedad on Saturday. The dismissal, given by referee Gil Manzano, was contested by Real Madrid, who argued the punishment was excessive. However, the Competition Committee dismissed the appeal and confirmed the one-game ban. Madrid are not giving up…

Player Ratings: Real Madrid 2 – 1 Marseille Thibaut Courtois: 8. Most of the action unfolded at the other end, but Courtois stayed sharp and came up with four crucial saves to preserve the win. Trent Alexander-Arnold: N/A. Forced off early with an injury and didn’t play enough minutes to be fairly rated. Éder Militão:…