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Alvaro Carreras on Real Madrid debut.

The fact that this is even a discussion is embarrassing on every level.

How can this be a topic of discussion almost 24h after the game? Baffling really.

Thought Carreras fit like a glove. Exactly as advertised. Two-way balance. Good on the ball, great fight in every duel. Always on the move after a pass to cut wide or provide underload. He's in 99th percentile in interceptions among FBs in Europe. Will feast on those this season

🚨Inside Castilla is here🚨 Our first content drops tomorrow - a watch-along for Castilla’s last friendly vs Alcorcón. 🎙️We’ll be live here on X to react and chat as the match unfolds! 📺Watch for free on RMTV, and join us for the full Inside Castilla experience from 11am CET.

Dynamic Pass Networks: Real Madrid vs. Osasuna, LaLiga Jornada 1, 2025/26, Minute 0-97. Node size - pass volume by a player Node fill - xT gain via passes Background fill - pass origins for xT gain Linewidth - passes between two players (eligibility >= 5) 🟢 - subbed on ⭕️ -

The case for Gonzalo Garcia to start. 🗣️: @kiyanso

What We Learned: Takeaways from Real Madrid’s 1-0 Victory Over Osasuna Mbappe stepping up, Vinicius searching for form, Trent adjusting, and Alonso instilling his counter-pressing principles. Matt breaks down takeaways vs Osasuna: managingmadrid.com/real-madrid-cf…

The case for Gonzalo Garcia to start. 🗣️ Kiyan Sobhani

New takeaways piece for Osasuna match: - Mbappe with edge, ready to lead this era - Vini still struggling, but working off ball - Trent adapting with Carvajal breathing down his neck - Alonso drilling his first principle: win it back immediately

Managing Madrid Podcast: What Is Real Madrid’s Best XI, Objectively Speaking? MAILBAG! Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete have an in-depth conversation about Real Madrid’s squad and best XI: managingmadrid.com/managing-madri…

"Hierarchies are shifting. Mbappe will lead the new era. The new number ten looks agile, explosive, and hungry. Maybe last season’s “nice guy” act was calculated—to blend in, avoid ego wars, and keep the noise down. This year he carries a chip on his shoulder. His old club has

New from our resident cartoonist Finn: Courtois enjoys a quiet night as Real Madrid’s defense locks down Osasuna

What is Real Madrid's de facto best XI, if we're going based on merit? Kiyan Sobhani and Lucas Navarrete do an in-depth episode for Members, here: patreon.com/posts/13703527…

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I’m introducing a new show this season where weekly I discuss everything to do with Madrid with a fellow Madridista and the first show had to be with Kiyan Sobhani We will discuss Osasuna result, the outrage from Madrid fans & Rodrygo news. Live at 6PM. youtube.com/live/c51imuYcI…

FT: Real Madrid Castilla 1-1 Alcorcón ⚽️ - Manuel Ángel Castilla end one of the best pre-season campaigns I’ve seen unbeaten. A ridiculous challenge at the end from Roberto spoiled it slightly. My season preview with predictions included will be out soon, so keep an eye out!

Some of the positives from the Osasuna game, and next steps. 🗣️: @kiyanso

New era. New boss. New questions. Can Alonso’s Madrid really challenge on all fronts? Our Roundtable has the hot takes, bold predictions, and everything in between.  ✍️: Kiyan Sobhani, Lucas Navarrete, Matt, Sam Leveridge, Mehedi Hassan managingmadrid.com/real-madrid-cf…