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Kaká: “Mourinho preferred other players: Özil, Di María, Benzema, Cristiano”
Former Real Madrid midfielder Kaká spoke in an appearance on Rio Ferdinand’s podcast, discussing everything from his difficult years at the Santiago Bernabéu to his relationship with José Mourinho, Cristiano Ronaldo, and the role faith played in helping him navigate adversity. The Brazilian arrived in Madrid in 2009 as one of the biggest stars in […]
The Managing Madrid World Cup 2026 Predictions Survey
The 2026 World Cup is finally here, and with the tournament already underway, it’s time for Managing Madrid readers to make their predictions. As part of a network-wide fan survey, we’re asking supporters to weigh in on two of the biggest questions heading into the competition: Which nation will lift the trophy, and which player […]
Courtois: “Real Madrid will have to think about my replacement at some point”
Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois talked to the press during Belgium’s training camp for the FIFA World Cup and answered a few questions about the club and his own career. “At Real Madrid, the prevailing principle dictates that upon reaching the age of 30, contracts are renewed on a year-to-year basis. Therefore, I remain quite […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: Does Bernardo Silva To Real Madrid Make Sense?
RSVP IN NEW YORK AUDIO: VIDEO: On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Matt Wiltse react to Bernardo Silva going to Real Madrid: How does he fit, what problems does he solve, and much, much more! Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively over on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. […]
WORLD CUP THREAD – 24hrs: 12 Jun. 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. A Few RM Tidbits Mourinho. This legitimately just […]
Report: Newcastle willing to pay €40 million for Víctor Muñoz, with Real Madrid holding a key role in negotiations
Newcastle United are reportedly advancing in their pursuit of Víctor Muñoz, with several Spanish outlets indicating that a deal worth up to €40 million is being discussed between the Premier League club and Osasuna. The proposed package would reportedly include €35 million in fixed payments plus an additional €5 million in performance-related bonuses. While the […]
Éder Militão Opens Up About Missing the World Cup, Injury Recovery, and Life Under Ancelotti
Real Madrid defender Éder Militão has spoken candidly about one of the most difficult periods of his career, reflecting on his injury struggles, missing out on Brazil’s World Cup squad, and his ongoing recovery in an interview with Sportynet. The Brazilian center-back admitted that watching the World Cup from home was a painful experience, especially […]
OFFICIAL: Real Madrid sign José Mourinho
Real Madrid have announced the signing of José Mourinho, who is making his return to the club after the three years he spent in the Spanish capital last decade. The Board of Directors of Real Madrid C.F., meeting today, Thursday, June 11, and presided over by Florentino Pérez, has agreed to appoint José Mourinho as […]
Bernardo Silva a priority for Mourinho and Real Madrid -report
Free agent Bernardo Silva is a top priority for José Mourinho and is close to signing a contract with Real Madrid, according to a report published on AS. His leadership and his ability to control and dictate the tempo of the game through the midfield are the main reasons why Los Blancos have ultimately decided […]
Real Madrid issues statement after reports on Supreme Court ruling regarding Bernabéu concerts
Real Madrid have issued an official statement in response to reports surrounding a recent Supreme Court decision related to concerts held at the Santiago Bernabéu. Earlier on Wednesday, several media outlets reported that Spain’s Supreme Court had rejected an appeal filed by the club and returned the case to Madrid’s Administrative Court No. 31. The […]
Rafa Nadal reacts to Real Madrid election results and backs Florentino Pérez
Rafa Nadal has weighed in on Real Madrid’s recent presidential election, offering his thoughts on both Florentino Pérez’s victory and the long-term future of the club’s leadership. Speaking at the Battle of the Stars charity golf tournament, the lifelong Real Madrid supporter was asked about the election results that saw Pérez once again secure the […]
Theo Hernandez: “I told Mbappe that Real Madrid was the best club in the world”
Theo Hernandez has once again spoken warmly about Real Madrid, Kylian Mbappé, and Zinedine Zidane. In an interview with AS, the former Real Madrid left-back discussed the future of the French national team, with Didier Deschamps set to step down after the World Cup and Zidane widely viewed as a possible successor. “Deschamps is leaving […]
Deschamps, sarcastically: “I must be stupid to play Mbappe in the center”
As France prepare to begin their World Cup campaign, Didier Deschamps used his pre-tournament media availability to discuss two topics of particular interest to Real Madrid fans: his own historic links with the club and the scrutiny currently facing Kylian Mbappé. The France manager revealed that he was repeatedly linked with the Real Madrid job […]
José Mourinho Officially Leaves Benfica
Real Madrid’s expected appointment of José Mourinho is entering its final stages. Benfica officially announced on Thursday that Mourinho has stepped down as head coach after Real Madrid informed the Portuguese club of its intention to activate the manager’s release clause. While Madrid have yet to make an official announcement, the move is considered a […]
Jorge Mendes Shuts Down Real Madrid Hopes of Signing PSG Midfield Stars
Real Madrid may have finally unveiled the Galáctico Florentino Pérez had promised during his presidential campaign, with Julián Álvarez emerging as the player identified by the club. However, that does not mean Los Blancos have stopped exploring the market for further reinforcements. One area that continues to attract attention is midfield. Among the names most […]
Josko Gvardiol becoming a concrete target for Real Madrid – reports
Manchester City star Josko Gvardiol is becoming a concrete option for Real Madrid to strengthen their defensive line, according to the likes of Fabrizio Romano, MARCA and AS. Real Madrid have been looking for a left-footed central defender to reinforce their backline this season. Another requirement would be for the player to be able to […]
John Terry: “Jose Mourinho is as good as ever”
Chelsea legend John Terry believes Jose Mourinho is still as good as he used to be a few years ago, praising his understanding of the game. Some Real Madrid fans have been a bit nervy about getting Mourinho back in, and have wondered whether the Portuguese manager is past his prime. On that, Terry said: […]
Arsene Wenger: “Kylian Mbappe has been unfairly criticised this season”
Footballing legend Arsene Wenger believes Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe has often been unfairly criticised over the course of the season. Mbappe had a great first half of the season, but injuries, inconsistency and other off-field issues derailed the season for the player and the club. His activity off the pitch as well as his […]
WORLD CUP THREAD: 11 Jun. 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. Juninho’s Copa Mundial Predictions One More Disclaimer. MM […]
In the wake of another World Cup
Mexico and South Africa are kicking off another World Cup. Is this 2010 all over again? It perhaps is. Spain are reigning European Champions and one of the biggest favourites to win the title, just like in 2010. When it comes to parallels between different football timelines, it may well be my favourite thing about […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: Explaining Every Angle Of The Julian Alvarez Debacle
On this Members-only episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete discuss: CLICK HERE FOR ACCESS 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 what it is today. Your contributions will […]
Jude Bellingham is a superstar in any role
This will sound like an exaggerated statement, but: Jude Bellingham is one of the most unique footballers the sport has ever seen. What seems like hyperbole at first will make sense when you tune in to watch a game of his from start to finish. Attempt to pin down what position he plays. False nine? […]
Vinicius Junior rebuilt Real Madrid under immense pressure
When Vinicius Junior arrived at Real Madrid at the age of 18, most expected him to be a future star who slowly gets developed over the course of several years. But the timing of his arrival changed everything, and the footballing gods had other plans. The 2018-19 season—one of Real Madrid’s worst campaigns in the […]
Kylian Mbappe’s journey from prodigy to superstar
When Kylian Mbappe broke out with Monaco during the 2016-17 season, the footballing world quickly realized they were witnessing something different from that they’ve seen before. Mbappe was not simply another promising winger with pace. He was a tactical nightmare for opposing teams—Mbappe had a certain gravity that could alter the emotional state of defenders. […]
Real Madrid, Adidas extend partnership until 2034
Real Madrid have announced the extension of their partnership deal with Adidas until the summer of 2034. The German manufacturer has designed Real Madrid’s kits for over 35 years. Per Realmadrid.comReal Madrid and adidas announce the extension of the most successful partnership in world football for 8 more years. First formalized in 1980, this bond […]
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