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Dani Carvajal: “Real Madrid is my life”
Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal spoke to RMTV and then to the Bernabeu after playing the last match of his illustrious time at the club. He was asked about what the club means to him, to which he said: “It’s not just that it’s the club of my life, it is my life. I was […]
Apparently… We’re in? – Real Madrid Castilla make the 2025/26 third division play-offs
Real Madrid Castilla have officially qualified for the 2025/26 Primera Federación promotion play-offs. At least… they think they have. In one of the most surreal and chaotic final days Spanish football has seen in years, Castilla went from believing they had been eliminated and watching another club celebrate qualification, to eventually being informed that they […]
Immediate Reaction: Real Madrid 4-2 Athletic Bilbao
Real Madrid 4-2 Athletic Bilbao (García, Bellingham & Mbappé & Díaz). It’s finally over… This is the final immediate reaction of the season. Be sure to catch: Player ratings, interviews and a podcast. For Dani Carvajal, David Alaba and likely a couple of others, this was the last time that they would pull on the jersey of […]
CONFIRMED lineups: Real Madrid vs Athletic Bilbao, 2026 La Liga
Real Madrid have published their starting lineup for the upcoming match against Athletic Bilbao in La Liga. STARTING LINEUPS Real Madrid starting XI: Courtois, Carvajal, Asencio, Alaba, Carreras, Camavinga, Valverde, Bellingham, Mastantuono, Gonzalo, Mbappé. Athletic Bilbao starting XI (TBC): Simón, Gorosabel, Vivian, Paredes, Lekue, Jauregizar, Rego, Gomez, Iñaki, Navarro, Guruzeta. Last game of the season, […]
Real Madrid vs Athletic Bilbao 2026 live stream: Time, TV channels and how to watch La Liga online
It’s the last game of the season! It will also be Carvajal and Alaba’s last game as Real Madrid players, and while Los Blancos have nothing to play for it will be interesting to see how the crowd reacts to Fede Valverde as this will be his first home game since his confrontation with Tchouameni. […]
Real Madrid vs Athletic Bilbao, 2026 La Liga: Predicted lineups
Real Madrid host Athletic Bilbao in the last game of the season. Carvajal will get an opportunity to play his last game in front of the Santiago Bernabéu fans and so will David Alaba, who is also leaving the club this summer. Real Madrid predicted XI: Courtois, Carvajal, Asencio, Alaba, Carreras, Camavinga, Valverde, Bellingham, Brahim, […]
James Rodriguez: “It was always my dream to play for Real Madrid”
Former Real Madrid player James Rodriguez talked about his love for Real Madrid in his recent Netflix documentary. He talked about why he went to the club, how the move came about and a number of different things. Speaking about the interest, he said: “I remember when Jorge Mendes told me: ‘Real Madrid want you.’ […]
Farewell: 22 May 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. The last training session. Carvajal and Alaba made their last training session in […]
Álvaro Arbeloa: “I’m leaving, but I hope this is a ‘see you soon’, not a ‘goodbye’”
Real Madrid coach Álvaro Arbeloa confirmed that he would be leaving the club after the last game of the La Liga season against Athletic Club, going on to say that, “I hope it’s just a ‘see you soon.’ I’ve always considered Madrid my home. I’ve been with Madrid for 20 years; it’s my home. It’s […]
Alexander-Arnold out of England’s list for the World Cup -report
Trent Alexander-Arnold is set to miss the upcoming FIFA World Cup as the right-back will not make Thomas Tuchel’s squad list for the tournament, according to a report from The Athletic’s David Ornstein. Although the official list hasn’t come out yet, Ornstein is always very reliable and has reported Tuchel’s final squad, with Real Madrid […]
What José Mourinho’s transfer policy during his first stint at Real Madrid may tell us about potential player signings this summer.
When José Mourinho arrived at Valdebebas in the summer of 2010, part of the foundation of the Real Madrid team that would go on to win four Champions Leagues in five seasons was already in place. Sergio Ramos, Pepe and Marcelo had been starters at Madrid for several seasons. Madrid’s legendary transfer window that brought […]
Enrique Riquelme Officially Enters Race Against Florentino Pérez for Real Madrid Presidency
Real Madrid could be approaching one of the most significant presidential elections in modern club history after businessman Enrique Riquelme officially took the first step toward challenging Florentino Pérez for the presidency. Riquelme informed the club’s Electoral Board on Thursday of his intention to run in the upcoming elections, activating a process that could ultimately […]
Real Madrid Continue Preparations for Athletic Club Clash
Real Madrid completed another training session at Valdebebas on Thursday morning as they continued preparing for Saturday’s La Liga finale against Athletic Club at the Santiago Bernabéu. With the season set to conclude this weekend, the session featured a mix of positive returns and continued absences for Alvaro Arbeloa’s squad. The workout began indoors with […]
Real Madrid Roundup: Valdano Calls for Dressing Room Revolution, Tebas Talks Elections, Pedro León Retires
Real Madrid-related news was relatively quiet today outside of the major headlines, but there were still a handful of notable comments and developments worth rounding up. Former Real Madrid general manager Jorge Valdano made headlines during the launch of Alfredo Relaño’s new book 366 footballers, where he reflected on the club’s current situation and the […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: Why Does Florentino Want To Change The Ownership Structure? MAILBAG!
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! Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, […]
Open Thread: 21 May 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. Overhaul?! This exactly what we need!! Pintus and even Llopis, the goalkepper coach, […]
Spain Referees Union files formal complaint against Real Madrid
Spain’s Referees’ Union has filed formal complaints against Real Madrid, president Florentino Pérez and the club’s official television network, accusing them of waging a systematic campaign of harassment that endangers officials. According to AESAF, the relentless, critical coverage broadcast by Real Madrid TV, combined with aggressive public statements from Pérez, has crossed the line from […]
The Season Without a Ballon d’Or Winner at Real Madrid
2025-26 marked the first season in the 21st century where Real Madrid had no Ballon d’Or winners in the squad. Since the turn of the millennium, Los Blancos have always had at least one in their roster. It started with the seismic transfer of Luis Figo in 2000 – he won it at the back […]
Managing Madrid Podcast: Discussing Real Madrid’s Presidential Election With The Global Madridista
RSVP IN NEW YORK AUDIO: VIDEO: On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani and The Global Madridista discuss: Did you enjoy this podcast? Get a ton of bonus content exclusively on Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid. Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and […]
On This Day in 1998: La Septima
28 years ago tonight, in Amsterdam, Real Madrid won the European Cup for the seventh time and the first since 1966. Nobody outside the dressing room thought it was coming. Madrid had finished fourth in La Liga, 11 points behind Barcelona. Juventus were in their third Champions League final in a row. At Juventus, Marcello […]
Mourinho’s Real Madrid Staff Taking Shape Ahead of Bernabéu Return — Report
According to a report from AS, José Mourinho’s return to Real Madrid is beginning to take clearer shape behind the scenes, with the Portuguese manager reportedly finalizing the majority of his coaching staff ahead of his arrival at Valdebebas. The report states that Mourinho will bring several trusted collaborators with him from Benfica, including assistants […]
Real Madrid vs Athletic Club Preview: Farewell Night at the Bernabéu
There is no title race left to decide. No European qualification battle. No desperate survival fight. And yet, Saturday night at the Santiago Bernabéu carries emotional weight that exceeds the standings. Real Madrid host Athletic Club in what is expected to be Álvaro Arbeloa’s final match in charge before José Mourinho’s anticipated return to the […]
Open Thread: 20 May 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. Two Valverdes? French journalist Pablo Gayicho wrote: “The general feeling about Valverde within […]
Mourinho requests Real Madrid’s acquisition of Morten Hjulmand -report
Soon-to-be Real Madrid coach José Mourinho has requested the signing of Sporting Lisbon midfielder Morten Hjulmand, according to a report from COPE’s Miguel Ángel Díaz. The Danish midfielder could leave his club for a fee of around €50 million, per that same report. Hjulmand will turn 27 years old this summer, so his signing wouldn’t […]
Open Thread: 19 May 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. Mourinho coaching staff Other updates regarding Mourinho Will Paz return? Honestly, with the […]
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