Las Blancas Podcast: Four goals, a draw and lots of controversy

In this episode of Las Blancas Podcast hosts Yash Thakur and Kanita discuss Real Madrid ’s 2-2 draw against Chelsea in the first matchday of the UEFA Women’s Champions League group stage. Talking points: Alberto Toril and Emma Hayes’ lineup choices in the big game Ivana’s inclusion in the starting XI How game state influenced our playstyle Chelsea’s back three build-up and how it affected our pressing Chelsea’s control in the game and lopsided stats The big referee talk VAR in UEFA Women’s Champions League Debate: Was Chelsea’s third goal rightfully disallowed? Caicedo and Lawrence’s duel Olga’s clutch gene on big stages Misa’s good showing Athenea’s anonymous performance Niamh Charles’ impressive development Was the result fair? How does this result impact the bigger picture? Did you enjoy this podcast? Please consider supporting us through Patreon for more bonus content: Patreon.com/ManagingMadrid Managing Madrid is a hub for all Madridistas with updated news, op-eds, tactical analyses, artwork, and of course, podcasts. It also serves as a means for Real Madrid fans to connect and discuss the team. We would like your support so that we can continue to produce podcasts for you. The site is run by a small team that works tirelessly around the clock to make it into what it is today. Your contributions will allow us to continue to have a real and full-time presence in keeping this website, and its podcasts, going. Hosts this week: Yash Thakur ( @Odriozolite ) Kanita ( @KaniFroh ) Las Blancas ( @Las_Blancas ) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices