Open Thread: 24 December 2022

The Daily Merengue is 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!

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Glimpses of the friendly with Getafe.

The team played a one-hour training match against Getafe (30 minutes per half). Ancelotti involved all first team players currently at his disposal, alongside some Castilla players.

A healthy dose of nostalgia is always needed.

Amid all the slander don’t forget that Cristiano was once upon a time the best player in the world. Don’t forget the rest of that team and coach either. What a season.

All in favor say Aye!!

ICYMI: Benzema and French politics; Camavinga at LB; Zidane; Toronto; Castilla Corner.

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