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WillCopper9’s Open Thread: 21 Jul. 2026

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. Before Tactics, Before Transfers, Before Titles Watch Real […]

Who is Real Madrid’s new assistant coach?

João Tralhão was born in Lisbon on September 3, 1980, and holds a UEFA Pro Licence, the highest coaching qualification available in European football. He carries Portuguese citizenship and is represented by ISM International Soccer Management. His current contract runs until June 30, 2029, tied to his role as assistant manager under José Mourinho. Tralhão’s […]

Arda Güler rejoins Real Madrid squad in preseason training

Real Madrid midfielder Arda Güler passed his preseason medicals this Monday and will rejoin the squad in training later today, the club informed on its official website. Arda Güler has officially started preseason with Real Madrid following his participation in the World Cup. The Turkish midfielder arrived at the Ciudad Real Madrid and, after completing […]

Can Real Madrid break into this Spanish super team?

Real Madrid have a representative among the newly crowned World Champions. Technically, anyway. Marc Cucurella, the tournament’s best left-back, signed for the club from Chelsea just as the World Cup began. He appeared in the media throughout the tournament as a Real Madrid player, yet he still hasn’t set foot in Valdebebas or played a […]

Rodri Rodri Rodri: 20 Jul. 2026

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. CAMPEONES CAMPEONES Congratulations. First – congratulations to the […]

Managing Madrid Podcast: REACTION: Marc Cucurella Is World Cup Champion!

On this Members-only episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani reacts to Spain’s 1 – 0 win over Argentina in the World Cup final, including: Thanks for being a Member. We hope you enjoy the show! The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into […]

Kylian Mbappé wins 2026 World Cup Golden Boot

World Cup history has been made as Real Madrid forward and France captain Kylian Mbappé has become the first player ever to win a World Cup Golden Boot award twice. He does in extraordinary fashion, matching a goal tally of 10 goals which was last equalled by Gerd Müller in 1970 and was the highest-scoring […]

Spain and Marc Cucurella crowned World Cup champions

After being forced to work hard for their win, Spain turned complete dominance into victory in the World Cup final as Ferran Torres scored the only goal of the game in the 106th minute to defeat Argentina and secure Spain’s second World Cup title. That was a side including Real Madrid summer signing Marc Cucurella, […]

Matthäus: “Bayern will not even consider negotiating for Olise”

Bayern Munich legend Lothar Matthäus talked to German newspaper BILD about the rumors suggesting that Michael Olise wants to sign for Real Madrid this summer. “Personally, I can understand the desire to play for Real Madrid. However, Bayern will not even consider negotiations. The headlines will only make them laugh,” said Matthäus. “From Spain and […]

WC Final: 19 July 2026

The Daily Merengue is a place where you can feel free to d 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, Ezek, Valyrian Steel, Kung_Fu_Zizou, Juninho, NeRObutBlanco and yours truly, Felipejack. Spain vs Argentina After a month and a few day, World Cup reaches […]

Mbappé takes Golden Boot lead despite France’s defeat to England

Didier Deschamps’ last game in charge of France ended with his nation’s worst placing in a World Cup campaign since 2014 as the team crashed to a disappointing but thrilling 6-4 defeat to England in Miami in the third-place playoff match. The only highlight for Les Bleus saw Kylian Mbappé on the scoresheet twice to […]

Real Madrid will try to sign Rodri after the FIFA World Cup -report

Real Madrid have changed their mind and will go after Manchester City midfielder Rodri Hernández once the FIFA World Cup ends this Sunday, according to a report from Es Radio’s Sergio Valentin. Coach José Mourinho would be keen on adding an extra midfielder, one capable of dictating the tempo of the game, and that’s why […]

Open Thread: 18 July 2026

The Daily Merengue is a place where you can feel free to d 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, Ezek, Valyrian Steel, Kung_Fu_Zizou, Juninho, NeRObutBlanco and yours truly, Felipejack. Rodri is back Don’t forgot Valentim was the main source and the one […]

Real Madrid considered signing Pedro Porro but chose Dumfries instead -report

Real Madrid explored the market for a quality right-back immediately after Dani Carvajal’s departure from the club. Tottenham’s Pedro Porro was on the shortlist and Real Madrid even sent scouted some of his matches, but the club chose to sign Denzel Dumfries instead, according to a report published on AS. It’s clear that Porro would’ve […]

Vote: Which Real Madrid Player Impressed You Most at the 2026 World Cup?

The 2026 World Cup has produced plenty of memorable performances from Real Madrid players, with several playing key roles for their national teams before the tournament reached its conclusion. Now it’s time to decide which Madridista impressed you the most over the course of the competition. Jude Bellingham once again showcased why he is regarded […]

Arbeloa wants Fulham to explore César Palacios signing — report

Alvaro Arbeloa, who recently took over as Fulham manager after leaving Real Madrid, is reportedly looking to reunite with several players he worked with during his time in the club’s academy. AS reports that his latest request to Fulham’s hierarchy is to investigate a move for Palacios, whose future appears set to be away from […]

Real Madrid will only sign Olise if they part ways with a ‘big star’ -report

The Michael Olise saga is gaining momentum after French newspaper L’Equipe reported last night that the Bayern Munich star wants to sign for Real Madrid. However, there’s some skepticism around the Madrid-based media, with reputed Cadena COPE journalist Arancha Rodríguez now reporting that Real Madrid will only sign Olise if they also part ways with […]

Olise wants to sign for Real Madrid, has informed teammates of his decision -report

Bayern Munich star Michael Olise has reportedly set his sights on a move to Real Madrid, informing his French international teammates and close circle of his desire to join the Spanish giants, according to a report published by the French daily L’Équipe. While Bayern are currently determined to keep the winger, the club’s stance could […]

Open Thread: 17 July 2026

The Daily Merengue is a place where you can feel free to d 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, Ezek, Valyrian Steel, Kung_Fu_Zizou, Juninho, NeRObutBlanco and yours truly, Felipejack. Olise wants Real Madrid New players numbers

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Tactical Analysis: England And Jude Bellingham’s World Cup Adventure Comes To An End

The England against Argentina game can be divided into two different matches: a game before the second-half hydration break and a different match after. In the first half, both teams had their periods of ball possession, but neither one came close to scoring. England and Argentina created nothing from open play. Harry Kane’s teammates accumulated […]

Jude Bellingham on the loss to Argentina: “It’s so gutting”

Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham was ‘gutted’ after England’s last-minute loss to Argentina in the semi-finals of the World Cup on Wednesday night. England were winning until the 85th minute, after which they conceded two late goals and lost the game. Bellingham, in the mixed zone after the match, was asked about how he felt, […]

Trent Alexander-Arnold opens up on Real Madrid preseason, Mourinho, and his objectives for the new campaign

Real Madrid defender Trent Alexander-Arnold shared his thoughts with the club’s official media after returning to Valdebebas for the start of preseason, describing the opening days of training as physically demanding while expressing his excitement about working under José Mourinho. The England international acknowledged that the workload has been exactly what the squad expected as […]

Nico Schlotterbeck set to stay at Borussia Dortmund despite Real Madrid links — report

Real Madrid’s long-standing links with Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck appear to have reached a dead end for this summer, with the German international expected to remain at the Bundesliga club. According to Bild, a move away from Dortmund during the current transfer window is no longer on the table. The report states that a […]