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Real Madrid's Turkish midfielder #15 Arda Guler (R) celebrates scoring the opening goal with his teammates during the UEFA Champions League quarter-final second leg football match between FC Bayern Munich and Real Madrid in Munich, southern Germany, on April 15, 2026. (Photo by Alexandra BEIER / AFP via Getty Images) | AFP via Getty Images
On this Members-only episode of the Managing Madrid Podcast, Kiyan Sobhani gives his thoughts directly from the Allianz Arena after Real Madrid lose to Bayern Munich 4-3. Discussed: The performances of Arda Güler, Eduardo Camavinga, Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr, Jude Bellingham and much more, including the referee, Real Madrid’s squad, what’s next, and more.
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Hosts this week: Kiyan Sobhani (@KiyanSo)
The final score was Bayern Munich 4, Real Madrid 3.
Standout players included Arda Güler, Eduardo Camavinga, Kylian Mbappe, and Vinicius Jr.
The loss eliminated Real Madrid from the Champions League, raising questions about their squad and future performance.

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