Las Blancas Podcast: Some problems old and new

Hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita analyze Real Madrid’s 3-2 loss against Club America in the preseason friendly.

Talking points:

• Toril’s lineup changes from previous game
• Midfield choices and problems with Maite-Zornoza double pivot
• Is this out best attacking quartet going into the season?
• Problems with a front two press and lack of synergy between the front two
• Las Blancas showing lack of adaptability in game
• Defensive problems and lapse of concentration in the backline
• Feller’s role in the squad for the upcoming season
• Goalkeeping situation and Chavas’ start to life at Madrid
• Lack of defensive reinforcements: was it down to lack of initiative or options in market?
• Rating the transfer window and the current squad
• Caroline Weir’s incredible season and lack of recognition
• Olga’s rise to fame and multiple nomination for individual award
• Ballon d’Or nomination and the problem with individual award
• Strike situation in Liga F

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Hosts this week:

Yash Thakur (@Odriozolite)

Kanita (@KaniFroh)

Las Blancas (@Las_Blancas)