The Global Madridista

One of the most dramatic and controversial World Cups in recent history comes down to the wire. Psychology and rivalry will come into play like never before. France comes in guns blazing and England will face a mentally tough Argentina side and possibly hostile referees. Some thoughts ahead of these historic semifinals.

France vs Morocco disappointed us all. Morocco was not the team we had seen thus far in the tournament. And France found a way in a style of match it typically dislikes. Kylian continues to shine but underscores the penalty enigma that has afflicted football for decades.

One of the best World Cups in recent memory is being poisoned by blatant corruption. The football world and the beautiful game deserve better.

What an incredible World Cup. Jude powers England, Haaland is a beast and Vini must return home.

This World Cup has exceeded expectations. Here are my thoughts, as always from the Madridista lens.

Vini's renewal is stuck and may never get un-stuck. My reasons for believing his renewal is not guaranteed. I also volunteer my thoughts on Real Madrid's recent signings.

The good, the bad and the ugly so far in this 2026 World Cup. My thoughts on the biggest teams so far.

The Global Madridista analyses the World Cup thus far, arguing nothing has been a fluke so far. And he explains the significance of the Cucurella signing and what it really means for Real Madrid next season.

The Madridista World Cup Update : My thoughts on Bernardo Silva, and on the early performances our beloved players: Vini, Brahim and Arda.

My thoughts on the Julian Alvarez bluff, Mourinho's latest requests and concerns regarding the World Cup.

Only two of the four of us chose to vote yesterday. So my older son and I went to Valdevebas to vote. The whole setup was pretty impressive.

The wheels have come off the Riquelme campaign, while Florentino prepares to repeat his Galactico mistake.

Riquelme loses credibility after everyone denies his Harland play. In the meantime, Florentino shows another master stroke. The Real Madrid elections as they are today.

I review the most recent strategies for the Real Madrid presidency as well as Barca's most recent ridiculous moves.

My thoughts on the Champions League Final as well as an update on the Real Madrid elections.

My thoughts on the Real Madrid elections, The Spain squad for the World Cup, and some headaches Mourinho may face next season.

We have never seen this version of Florentino Perez: agitated, cynical, defiant. Real Madrid's president shows us his vulnerable side. Here are my thoughts on the craziest press conference our president has ever given.

Real Madrid is a socio-based democracy on paper, but less so in practice. I give you my views as a voting socio of the club.

Enrique Riquelme declares he will run for the presidency of Real Madrid. But can anyone really beat Florentino?

The Bernabeu says goodby to two legendary players in one of the most glorious periods in football history : Dani Carvajal and David Alaba.

I am a lifelong socio of Real Madrid. I have been attending matches at the Bernabeu for over 50 years. I live 200 meters from the stadium and attend every match. I am not a journalist. I am not a pundit. I am a Madridista. Join me for my commentary and analysis of the greatest football club in the world, and the greatest sporting organization in history. HALA MADRID !!