Your favorite hosts review Barcelona's latest La Liga disaster, this time dropping all three points at home vs struggling Leganes (5:11) which also included one of Barcelona's best players going down with injury, before Mark delves into the shadowy world of international FIFA competitions, and uncovers whatever the Intercontinental Cup is that Real…

In this electric edition of ECP, the boys are here to give you a review of the high-flying action that took place in the Champions League matches over the midweek, featuring Real Madrid battling Italian greats Atalanta (6:30) and Barcelona traveling to Dortmund for a thrilling game (21:40). Then, Madrid's stunning match against Rayo Vallecano in La…

The boys review a surprising set of results, as Barcelona drop points yet again, this time at Betis (7:07), and a usually profligate Madrid put three past Girona, including a tidy Mbappe finish (27:55). Plus, we dig into some meaty Champions League matchups, as Real travel to face the best team in Italy (35:06), and Barcelona must face the terrifyi…

In this astounding iteration of El Clasico Podcastico, the boys are here to cover all of the week's action, from Barcelona's bounce back to form with Yamal and their trouncing of Mallorca (6:12) to Real Madrid's huge upset against Athletic Bilbao (26:38). What is going on with Mbappe??!! Find out in this episode! We conclude with some exciting prev…

Mark celebrates a genuine golazo in Real's gutsy win over foul-happy Getafe that lifts the capital club just one point behind league leaders Barcelona (3:25), before Payton attempts to parse Flick's myriad midfield options in a suddenly must-win game for Barcelona at Mallorca (19:20). Plus, Mark previews one of Real Madrid's toughest away tests of …

In this thrilling episode of El Clasico, the boys are back from Thanksgiving to bring you all the action over the past week. First, Barcelona's stunning loss to Las Palmas makes a mockery of their 125th anniversary celebrations (4:44). Then we turn to the Champions League midweek games where Barcelona handled business against Brest (23:45) and Real…

Barcelona's once imperious lead in la liga is quickly whittling away thanks to a second straight poor performance, this time against Celta Vigo (3:15), and Real Madrid again taking advantage of their rival's incompetence with a solid 3-0 win over a limited Leganes side (24:20). Plus, Payton and Barcelona gets ready for a critical UCL clash with Bre…

Welcome back, El Clasico Fanaticos!! In this stunning episode of ECP, the boys are back as La Liga returns to action following the international break with two great chances for Barcelona and Real Madrid to get back into the swing of things, as Barcelona travels to take on rambunctious Celta Vigo (7:25) and Real Madrid make a visit to the Butarque …

Mark ponders Real Madrid's transfer options in the winter and question's Madrid's management after another disastrous run of injuries (4:01), before Payton delves into the depths of an indefensible Barcelona performance, and VAR decision, against Sociedad (14:55). Plus, Ancelloti finally figures it out against Osasuna, with Real Madrid's first comp…

Welcome back, Madridistas and Culers, to your favorite Real Madrid and Barcelona podcast! In this episode, the boys are here to cover all the Champions League action and preview the weekend's La Liga games before the international break. First, we start in Belgrade, Serbia, where Barcelona took on Crvena Zvezda, aka Red Star Belgrade in their midwe…

The boys are back with some fascinating previews, as the 1st and 2nd most decorated European clubs of all time face each other for just the 7th time as AC Milan visit the Bernabeu on Tuesday, with their star American in tow (30:48). Plus, Payton reviews a scintillating win for Barcelona over their local rivals in La Liga (3:40), and gets ready for …

In this enthralling, election-week episode of El Clasico Podcastico, the boys are here to bring you a preview of the only La Liga match happening this weekend for the two clubs due to the recent and tragic flooding in Valencia. Due to that there has been a postponement for the Real Madrid vs Valencia match, and the only game of note will be the Cat…

A promising but wasteful first half turns into a nightmare for Real Madrid, as Barcelona put four past Real without reply at the Bernabeu. Mark tries to make sense of Madrid's woeful performance, and Payton revels in Barcelona's statement game that hands them a crucial six-point lead in La Liga, as your hosts describe their initial reactions and fe…

Welcome, Culers and Madridistas, as we present to you one of the biggest episodes in the history of our podcast. In this seminal installment of El Clasico Podcastico, the boys cover one of the craziest weeks of Champions League games, followed by the preview of perhaps the biggest El Clasico of the podcast to date. First, we start off by covering R…

Mark wonders when Real Madrid will figure it out after another lackluster performance, albeit a win, over Celta Vigo (5:28), and Payton review a thumping win for Barcelona, as they continue to roll over all comers in La Liga, with Sevilla their latest victim (22:50). It's a Germany-Spain Mega Showdown in the Champions League, as Real Madrid prepare…

Looks like soccer is back on the menu, boys! In this episode of El Clasico, Mark and Payton kick things off by giving you the latest news and notes that occurred over the most recent international break, including some troubling allegations (4:17). Then it's time to get back into the game we all love, with Real Madrid returning to action against Ce…

Mark and Payton review the latest La Liga action for the Spanish giants, including another disjointed offensive performance that nevertheless featured two goal-of-the-season contenders for Real Madrid (29:59), and Lewandowski shows his class against an overmatched Alaves side in Barcelona's win (12:03). Plus, Payton shares a tribute to a Barcelona …

In this El Clasico megasode, the boys are here to catch you up on all of the week's events, starting with Barcelona's shocking loss to Osasuna (6:07) and Real Madrid's contentious game against fierce crosstown rivals Atletico Madrid (17:33). Then, the midweek Champions League games get reviewed, as Barcelona thundered past Young Boys (31:44) and Re…

Payton celebrates a big new signing (3:47), and another fantastic continuation of Barcelona's winning ways yet again in their solid win over a rambunctious Getafe side (9:19), and Mark laments a late, massive injury for Real Madrid in their closer-than-expected victory over Alaves (24:30). Then, Payton takes a look at Barcelona's weekend trip to Pa…

In this episode, the boys are here to bring you all the coverage of the action packed weekend that saw both sides come away with dominant wins. First, Real Madrid took on Espanyol (6:30), then Barcelona travelled to play against Villarreal that, aside from a key injury, was a nearly perfect outing (22:38). Finally, it's time for the midweek preview…

The boys review a wild first round of Champions League action, as Monaco hand Barcelona their first loss of the 2024-25 season (7:03), and Real Madrid are outplayed in a thrilling end-to-end match against Stuttgart, but are saved by some clutch late goals as usual (31:21). Then, Mark looks for a statement game for Real Madrid against newly promoted…

Welcome back, Madridistas and Culers! In this episode the boys give you the full enchilada, kicking things off with a review of the clash of the crowns, with Real Madrid's game in San Sebastián against Real Sociedad (5:53). Then, Barcelona's quest to stay perfect against cross-town rivals Girona gets a deep dive (19:45). Finally, it's time to set o…

The boys are back after an injury-filled international break, will Mark wringing his hands over Real Madrid featuring a total of zero healthy center backs as Mbappe and Vini look to dominate a usually-tough Sociedad side, albeit one in 15th right now, and Payton sizes up Barcelona as their wunderkind Yamal have a stern away test against Girona, who…

Welcome back, Culers and Madridistas! In this historic episode, the boys bring you the recaps of the weekend's games, including Barcelona's epic, high-flying, seven-goal-scoring trouncing at home over Valladolid (8:46), and Real Madrid's handling of Real Betis that included Mbappe's first La Liga goal of the campaign (26:46). Don't miss it!!…

The boys review the Champions League draw (2:29), before diving into the Week 3 results, with a fantastic opening game from Dani Olmo lifting Barca over Rayo (11:04), and Real Madrid struggling to convince yet again vs Las Palmas (30:50). Plus your hosts dig into an exciting set of week 4 previews, with Real Madrid taking on Real Betis at home (41:…

The boys start off this episode with recaps of the thrilling week 2 La Liga games, as Barcelona played a challenging Athletic Bilbao squad featuring Nico Williams (7:45) and Real Madrid overcome a lackluster start against Valladolid (27:21). Then, the quick turnaround is upon us as week 3 games start Tuesday, with Barca squaring off against their t…

Your favorite hosts cover the latest news, including a star transfer, and wild speculation on Neymar (0:22) and a massive injury (7:46), before digging into a couple of hotly anticipated la liga clashes, as Barcelona look to stay 2 points up on their eternal rivals with a home matchup against always-tough Athletic Bilbao (12:24), and Real Madrid an…

It's the most wonderful time of the year, folks! The La Liga season has officially kicked off, with some truly stunning results, and the boys are here to bring you all the news and highlights from the first match day of the year. But first, some shocking news from the Blaugrana camp as a star looks to be headed for the exit (2:30). Then, it's time …

First, the boys review a scary-good debut from Mbappe vs Atalanta in the SuperCup, in which he may have been only the third best Real Madrid player (23:33), and then Mark and Payton revel in their soon-to-be-absolutely-correct predictions for Barcelona and Real Madrid seasons, as they gaze into their crystal ball at what the year holds for Spain's …

Welcome back, Culers and Madridistas! In this episode, Mark and Payton kick things off with a banger of a preseason episode featuring a preview of the El Clasico matchup taking place stateside. We've got the latest news and transfer rumors, prop bets for the El Clasico exhibition, predictions, and more!…

The boys are back with an offseason special to talk Kylian's spectacular unveiling at the Bernabeu, as 80,000 came out to celebrate Madrid's long-awaited Galactico pull on the famed white kit. Mark and Payton also ponder Barcelona's transfer plans, and their chances of landing one of Spain's young stars. Plus, your hosts review the Ballon D'Or ladd…

Mark and Payton give you all the important Euro 2024 and Copa America updates, including magisterial performances from Barcelona and Real Madrid's top players (03:22), with Jude providing an all-time moment for England against Slovakia, Vini having his best ever game for Brazil, and Lamine Yamal starring for a Spanish side that is looking the best …

Welcome, Culers and Madridistas, ladies and gentlemen, to the El Clasico Podcastico season finale (part 1)!!! In this end of the season party, the boys start off by bringing you the latest news and updates from the European Championships (4:52). Then, the season recap begins as we assess how Nostradamus-like our scoreline and goal scorer result pre…

The boys do an in depth review of the champions league final, as Dortmund failed to take their chances in the first half before Real did the opposite in the 2nd half, closing out a wild final and giving Madrid their 15th European Cup. Mark and Payton review all the moments that made the game, including all of the plays and players that made the dif…

Mark pinches himself as the merengues collecting their 15th of football's biggest prize during a "transition" season, and their 6th Champions League title in just the last 11 years, two days before finally welcoming the arrival of childhood Real Madrid fan and current most talented player in the world Kylian Mbappe. The boys also talk about the pre…

Watch out folks, looks like we've ourselves a SUPER 'SODE!!! In this action-packed La Liga finale, Mark and Payton go through all the major news and notes since the last episode, starting out with Xavi's official departure, Kroos' emotional farewell to the Bernabeu, and the welcoming of Barca's new gaffer (1:35). Then, the final two La Liga games f…

Mark and Payton talk systemic problems at Barcelona (00:12), including Joan Laporta's latest madness a Xavi update, Madrid's win over Granada (15:24), Barcelona prevailing over Sociedad (23:47), Real Madrid's comprehensive performance over Alaves (33:29), and Barcelona's win over Almeria (47:30). Plus, the boys preview Real Madrid-Villarreal on Sat…

In this epic, monumental, historic episode of El Clasico, the boys are here to give you the most comprehensive review to be found of Real Madrid's sensational comeback win against Bayern in the Champions League Semi-Finals (16:33). Then, some tidying up is done as Barcelona's important matchup against Real Sociedad gets previewed (53:52) and Real M…

Payton grieves as his Barcelona find another creative way to lose in spectacular fashion, as their away loss to Girona (29:49), coupled with Real Madrid's home win over Cadiz (17:01), confirm's the capital clubs 36th Spanish crown (00:19). Plus, the boys get all frothed up for another thrilling Champions League game, as they ask all the big questio…

Welcome to this Champions League edition of El Clasico Podcastico! In this episode, the boys do a deep dive on the action-packed Champions League Semi-Final first leg that featured Real Madrid traveling to Bavaria to take on Bayern Munich (6:30). Then, we turn our attention to this weekend's La Liga action as Barcelona fight for their second place …

The boys are all atwitter at another fascinating Champions League matchup between historic European rivals Bayern Munich and Real Madrid, and Mark details the many incredible matches over the years, including many hot-tempered affairs (30:52). Plus, Payton discusses the comedic keeping at the center of Barcelona's 4-2 win over Valencia to stay in 2…

Welcome back, Culers and Madridistas! In this tight episode, the boys bring the news that Xavi, after all we've been through, will in fact be staying at the helm of Barcelona (1:35). Then, it's time to cover this weekend's coming La Liga action, as Real Madrid square off against Real Sociedad in a battle of the royals (11:20), and Barcelona look to…

In this season-ending, controversy-packed El Clasico episode of El Clasico Podcastico, the boys are here to walk us through the final matchup between Real Madrid and Barcelona (7:32). This is a big one, folks. Don't miss the final El Clasico episode of the season!Mark Volinski and Payton McCann

The boys review an incredibly gripping pair of Champions League matches, as Real Madrid survived Manchester City's onslaught to emerge victorious in the Etihad for the first time during Pep's reign (28:09), and Barcelona endure a tremendously disappointing rollercoaster as an early lead evaporates against bitter rivals PSG (3:03). Plus, Mark and Pa…

Join Mark and Payton as they give you all the info you need ahead of the biggest games of Real Madrid and Barcelona's seasons, as Barcelona look to book their Champions League Semifinal ticket for the first time in five seasons in a massive home clash vs PSG (36:24). Plus, Real Madrid look to build on a promising performance at the Bernabeu against…

In this stunning episode, the boys take us through perhaps the most entertaining week of El Clasico Podcastico history. First, Real Madrid took on Manchester City in a thrilling back and forth draw for the ages (6:30). Then, Barcelona take over as their away game against PSG and the improbable result gets a deep dive (23:14). Finally, we turn our a…

The boys are champing at the bit for a pair of titanic champions league matchups between their two historical fan-owned teams (Barcelona and Real Madrid) and two up and coming petrostate clubs in Manchester City and PSG. Join your favorite hosts as they give you all the info you need to prepare for the games this week, including how Real Madrid can…

Welcome back to the podcast, El Clasico Fanaticos!! We hope you enjoyed the international break. On this exciting return to the podcast, your favorite hosts start off by breaking down everything we missed during the international break, including the latest news and transfer rumors (0:58). Then, we turn our attention to the La Liga action coming th…

Your hosts turn their eyes towards a couple mouthwatering Champions League matchups, as the draw reveals yet another titanic Real Madrid-Man City clash for the ages (4:48), plus if Barcelona can beat PSG and Mbappe (10:39). Also, the boys review Barcelona handing Atleti their first loss at home in over a year (13:42), and another dominant performan…

Welcome back, culers and madridistas!! In this monumental episode, the boys Mark and Payton are here to bring you one of the biggest moments in Barcelona's recent history, as the blaugrana defeated Napoli to move onto the Champions League quarterfinals (11:25). But we don't stop there, because we've got a couple big La Liga games this weekend, as R…