Join us on this insightful episode of the Real Deal show where we dive deep with Kiyan Sobhani, the lead journalist of Managing Madrid.
Experience Kiyan as a guest: sharing anecdotes, letting loose, and freed from the pressure of covering day to day stories. From his humble beginnings to becoming a prominent figure in football media, Kiyan shares his person ... Show More
Apr 2023
Listener Mailbag! Messi Timeline, La Liga Chances, Real Madrid Response, and Lamine Yamal
On episode 458, Dan does a listener mailbag and hits a ton of different topics. He talks about Messi's timeline, Xavi's chances in La Liga, the Real Madrid video, and the wage bill.Running Order:
Ilias Akhomach Update
Messi Timeline
Lamine Yamal Update
Xavi's Inexperience
Need of ... Show More
44m 51s
Jan 2022
Reasons for Optimism! Ansu's intangibles and Xavi has depth, but Barça fall to Real Madrid
On episode 319, Dan and Rik Sharma of Siempre Positivo discuss Barcelona's 3-2 loss to Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup. They talk Ansu Fati's intangibles, Xavi's newfound depth, questions in the midfield, and much more!Running Order:What are the positives in the loss?How did ... Show More
51m 22s
Jun 2024
European Champions Celebrate in Cibeles
The FC crew react to scenes of Real Madrid celebrating their 15th European Cup with fans and a parade in Plaza de Ceblis. Plus, Real Madrid is set to announce Kylian Mbappe signing, the guys discuss how he will fit in an already star studded Real Madrid lineup. And, a look back a ... Show More
52m 16s
May 2022
Matter of Mentality! Frenkie de Jong, Koulibaly, and Real Madrid in the Champions League
On episode 351, Dan and Levon discuss the mentality of Real Madrid in the Champions League and what Barça can learn from their rivals. They talk about what it would take to sell Frenkie de Jong, the necessity for Kalidou Koulibaly, the mentality of Real Madrid, and much more!Runn ... Show More
35m 13s
Mar 2023
More Simeone than Guardiola? Talking Xavi's Football Philosophy with Rik Sharma
On episode 445, Dan and Rik Sharma of Siempre Positivo discuss if Xavi has changed his football philosophy since taking over at Barcelona. They talk about difference between his style and Guardiola's Barcelona, Simeone's Atletico Madrid, what empowers a good manager at Barcelona, ... Show More
46m 2s
Aug 2023
Dembele to PSG! Barça's Next Moves After 3-0 Win Over Real Madrid
On episode 490, Dan and Rafa Aldamuy discuss Dembele's pending move to PSG and the preseason 3-0 win over Real Madrid. They talk about losing Dembele, Frenkie de Jong starring against Real Madrid, squad depth, and much more!Running Order:What is Barcelona losing by losing Dembele ... Show More
53m 10s
Aug 2021
First Test! Athletic Club takes points from Barça, plus Atleti, Real Madrid, and the La Liga title race
On episode 281, Dan is joined by Sam Leveridge to discuss an eventful weekend of games around La Liga. They talk Athletic Club putting the pressure on Barcelona, Atleti starting their title defense by defending against Elche, Real Madrid getting caught against Levante, and much m ... Show More
47m 7s