Las Blancas Podcast: Madrid is White

On this episode of Las Blancas podcast, hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita discuss Real Madrid’s 1-0 win against cross-city rivals with Atletico Madrid.

Talking points:

• Lineups and a larger discussion around selection choices
• Initial tactical impressions
• Early back and forth exchange between both teams
• Atletico Madrid’s idea to generate a free player in midfield
• How Atletico Madrid’s approach hurt Las Blancas’ buildup
• Las Blancas and the lack of the ability to control games
• Esther’s role and limitations in the setup
• Long ball tactic and it’s pitfalls with the personnel
• Teresa and her impact from the bench in the 2nd half
• How Maite’s introduction helped Real Madrid’s control
• Sousa’s goal and Real Madrid’s chance creation from corners
• The duel between Olga and Cardona
• Situation surrounding Nahikari
• Standout performers from the game
• High stakes game against PSG in the UWCL

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Hosts this week:

Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite)

Kanita (@KaniFroh)

Las Blancas (@Las_Blancas)