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Real Madrid have published a medical report on Rodrygo Goes, who tore his ACL during the game against Getafe and will miss the remainder of the season. After the tests carried out today to our player Rodrygo by the Real Madrid Medical Services, he has been diagnosed with the fracture of the anterior cruciate ligament […]
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In this episode of Madrid Mornings, Lucas shares his thoughts on Real Madrid hitting rock bottom against Getafe. CLICK HERE FOR ACCESS 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, podcasts. It also serves as a means for […]
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Player Ratings: Real Madrid 0 – 1 Getafe Thibaut Courtois: 7Only had to make two saves all game. The goal conceded wasn’t his fault. Trent Alexander-Arnold: 4Uncharacteristically sloppy. Gave the ball away too often and never found his usual rhythm in possession. Antonio Rüdiger: 5Recorded nine clearances and made important interventions, but there was chaos […]
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AUDIO: VIDEO: On this episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani breaks down Real Madrid’s loss against Getafe: Aimless offense, frantic defense, Arbeloa’s subs, player performances, Thiago Pitarch’s debut, Kylian Mbappe’s injury, and much more more from a disastrous performance and night at the Bernabeu. Join our Real Madrid Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/rTD2PmE26f Managing Madrid is a hub […]
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Real Madrid head coach spoke to the media after his team lost to Getafe at the Bernabeu on Monday night. He was asked about how bleak things are and whose responsibility the loss is, to which he said: “We have 36 points left to play for, and our goal is to get them. I know […]
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It was one of those nights at the Bernabéu where you could feel the frustration building minute by minute. Getafe came with a clear plan and executed it to perfection. Five at the back. Four midfielders in front. Ultra-compact. No space between the lines. No space in behind. No rhythm allowed. Every duel contested. Every […]
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Real Madrid have published their starting lineup for the upcoming match against Getafe in La Liga. Real Madrid starting XI: Courtois; Trent, Rüdiger, Alaba, Carreras; Tchouaméni, Valverde, Pitarch, Güler; Vinicius and Gonzalo. Getafe starting XI (TBC): Soria; Femenía, Abqar, Duarte, Romero, Iglesias; Milla, Arambarri; Mario Martín; Vázquez, Satriano. Arbeloa has been forced to make some […]
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On the most recent world famous Managing Madrid Real Madrid Mailbag for Managing Madrid Members, Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete were asked about their opinion on who is the greatest footballer of all time. It’s hard to summarize such a loaded question in one sentence or one clip — and though it’s clearly down to […]
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Real Madrid have published their squad list for La Liga match against Getafe. REAL MADRID SQUAD:Goalkeepers: Courtois, Lunin, and Sergio Mestre.Defenders: Carvajal, Alaba, Trent, Á. Carreras, Fran García, Rüdiger, Mendy, and Huijsen.Midfielders: Valverde, Tchouameni, Arda Güler, Cestero, Manuel Ángel, Palacios, and Thiago.Forwards: Vini Jr., Rodrygo, Gonzalo, Brahim, and Mastantuono. Rodrygo and Huijsen are back and […]
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Real Madrid host Getafe in what should be a manageable home game for Los Blancos even without key players like Kylian Mbappé or Jude Bellingham. Getafe are a very strong team defensively and Madrid will need to capitalize on the scoring opportunities they create if they want the three points tonight, which they desperately need […]
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Real Madrid host Getafe in a rare Monday night La Liga game. Los Blancos will need the win to keep the race for the title close but Bordalás’ men will surely provide a challenge with their defensive structure and cohesion. Real Madrid predicted XI: Courtois; Trent, Rüdiger, Alaba, Carreras; Tchouaméni, Valverde, Pitarch, Güler; Vinicius and […]
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It’s true that Real Madrid secured a spot in the round of sixteen of the UEFA Champions League by beating Benfica 3-1 on aggregate. In Portugal, Los Blancos displayed an acceptable off-ball performance that neutralized Mourinho’s team for the majority of the game. However, the final score at home doesn’t paint the whole reality. The […]
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José Mourinho delivered a press conference today at Benfica’s training ground, addressing a range of controversies that have swirled around the club this week. At the heart of the session were his words about Gianluca Prestianni. Mourinho made it clear that Benfica’s standards — and his own — are non-negotiable. “If it is proven that […]
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StreetXO is Dabiz Muñoz in his most unbridled, borderline wacky mood. If DiverXO, the master restaurateur’s three-star Michelin flagship, is the meticulously choreographed tasting menu with white-glove precision— a culinary journey meets Alice in Wonderland— then StreetXO is the same brain turned loose. A sort of rock ‘n’ roll meets 90’s arcade meets “Big Trouble in […]
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Fede Valverde was instrumental in Real Madrid’s 2-1 over Benfica on Wednesday, providing both assists in Madrid’s victory. His cutback pass to find Aurélien Tchouaméni at the top of the box led to Madrid’s first goal in the 16th minute and his duel won and ball recovery inside the center circle preceded his pass to […]
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Real Madrid defender Raúl Asencio talked to the club’s official media and explained what happened during the match against Benfica, where he was forced to leave the game after colliding with Eduardo Camavinga and suffering a scary neck injury. “I remember it was an aerial ball and I go to the duel and the next […]
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Alvaro Arbeloa has now managed Real Madrid in 10 games in LaLiga and the UEFA Champions League. His predecessor, Xabi Alonso, was at the helm for 25 games in these two competitions. While Real Madrid’s form may not have taken a drastic leap, there is a change in mood in the dressing room, especially amongst […]
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Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa spoke to the media ahead of his team’s match against Getafe on Monday. He was asked about Castilla star Thiago Pitarch, about whom he said: “He’s a very fast lad, and you can see what he’s capable of. He’s an extremely dynamic player, with great stamina, work rate, and […]
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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 MBAPPE INJURY Please let him rest. […]
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Ajax are interested in signing Almeria star Sergio Arribas, according to a report from AS. Arribas has been in great form for Almeria this season, and has gradually become their best and most important player. He left Real Madrid in 2023, and after a couple of years of slight inconsistencies, Arribas has finally taken the […]
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Getafe head coach Jose Bordalás talked about how he would have enjoyed seeing Kylian Mbappé play against Getafe when they travel to the Bernabeu to play against Real Madrid on Monday. Mbappé’s knee problems will force him to miss the next few games for Real Madrid, as the club hopes that the player will be […]
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Real Madrid spokesman and club legend Emilio Butragueño talked to Movistar+ immediately after Los Blancos drew Manchester City in the Round of 16 of the UEFA Champions League. “It’s odd that every season we’re playing against them, I think it’s already five seasons in a row playing against Manchester City. We know each other really […]
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Real Madrid attacker Rodrygo Goes has recovered from his injury and will make the team’s squad list for Monday’s home match against Getafe in La Liga, according to reports published on the Spanish press. Rodrygo could even play some minutes off the bench, but it will probably take him some time before he can actually […]
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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 UCL TIE YAWWNNN!! We got Citeh!….again. […]
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