Episodes
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 lives against the young hopefuls Girona (30:37), and Real Madrid look to pound a struggling Cadiz side that's starved for goals (37:49). Don't miss...
Published 05/03/24
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 2nd place in La Liga (14:07), and Mark tries to stay awake describing Real's worst game of the season albeit in a win with a heavily rotated side...
Published 04/29/24
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 bounce back from their rough week with a big win against Valencia (20:05). Don't miss it! 
Published 04/25/24
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!
Published 04/22/24
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 Payton get excited for a tense El Clasico affair in La Liga, as Barcelona head to the Bernabeu to take on league leaders Real Madrid (51:28). 
Published 04/19/24
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 a formidable City side at the Etihad (46:10). Also the boys dig into last weekend's la liga games, and review a pair of narrow wins for the el...
Published 04/15/24
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 attention to the respite that will be the La Liga games this weekend, as Real Madrid take on Mallorca (52:52) and Barcelona travel to take on lowly...
Published 04/12/24
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 cope with Guardiola's rapid counter press at the Bernabeu on Tuesday (32:13), and how Barcelona plan to deal with PSG's chief threat, Kylian...
Published 04/07/24
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 this weekend, as Barcelona take on an unpredictable Las Palmas squad (22:34), and Real Madrid host the lions of Basque Country, Athletic Bilbao, in...
Published 03/28/24
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 performance from Vini Jr as he could have had 4 vs Osasuna (39:49). 
Published 03/18/24
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 Real Madrid travel to Pamplona to run with the bulls of Osasuna (48:02) and Barcelona have a huge game as the #3 takes on #4, and they travel to...
Published 03/14/24
The boys talk big-eared cup as Real Madrid manage to just squeak Leipzig to book their ticket into the quarterfinals, via a crucial Jude-Vini goal (10:30), and Barcelona get ready for their biggest game in 3 years ahead of a massive 2nd leg clash vs Napoli (48:10). Plus, your hosts review the recent La Liga results, as Barcelona prevail over Mallorca thanks to a Yamal wonder strike (25:33), and Real Madrid take care of business vs Celta Vigo at home (37:56). 
Published 03/11/24
Welcome back, culers and merengues! In this scandal-fueled episode of El Clasico Podcastico, the boys start off by bringing you a deep dive into the mayhem at the Mestalla as Real Madrid were robbed of a game winning goal at the death knell (5:30). Then, Barcelona's disappointing and injury-packed performance against Athletic Bilbao gets reviewed (29:55). Finally, we look toward the future, as Barcelona's matchup vs Mallorca takes place on Friday (42:14), and Real Madrid look to see their way...
Published 03/06/24
The boys serve up an extravaganza of la liga reviews and previews, as Mark marvels at Modric's wizardry in Real's dramatic win over Sevilla (19:40), and Payton salivates over Barcelona easy win vs Getafe (5:25). Also, your hosts get all frothed up for some big weekend games, with a certain Englishman expected back for Madrid as they travel to Valencia (42:05), and Barcelona have to navigate a tricky away fixture against an excellent Athletic Club side (36:40). 
Published 02/28/24
Welcome back, El Clasico Fanaticos! In this stunning rendition of your favorite Barcelona and Real Madrid-centric podcast, the boys Mark (Real Madrid) and Payton (Barcelona) are here to bring you all the latest news, recaps, and previews. First, Barcelona's disappointing draw against Napoli gets a deep dive (11:11). Then, the weekend's games get previewed as Barca look to square up against the dirty antagonists Getafe (31:49), and Real Madrid face some familiar foe when they take on Sevilla...
Published 02/24/24
The boys take you through another fascinating round of la liga action, as Barcelona leave it late yet again in their last minute win against Celta Vigo (7:50), and Real Madrid are frustrated for the second time this season against Rayo Vallecano, a squad whose total payroll is less than Toni Kroos alone (27:17). Plus, Payton walks us through the massive Champions League knockout match between Napoli and Barcelona (43:10). 
Published 02/20/24
Welcome back to El Clasico Podcastico! In this shocking episode, the boys start off with breaking news concerning Mbappe's potential transfer to Real Madrid (4:49). Then, Real Madrid's Champions League game gets a review as the madridistas traveled to Leipzig (17:09). Finally, the weekend's La Liga action gets previewed and predicted, as Barcelona travel to play against Celta Vigo (39:14), and Real Madrid take a short bus ride to play working-class rivals Rayo Vallecano (46:56). 
Published 02/16/24
Join Mark and Payton for a rollicking review of some important, high scoring affairs as Real Madrid dominate previously formidable 2nd place Girona to solidify their place at the top of the table, behind a spectacular team performance (3:46), and Barcelona fail to collect all three points in a  thrilling, end-to-end encounter with 2nd bottom Granada (21:16). Plus, the boys get all riled up for a fantastic knockout matchup in Champions League, as Real Madrid travel to RB Arena to take on...
Published 02/13/24
Welcome back, culers and madridistas! In this episode, the boys Mark (Real Madrid) and Payton (Barcelona) give you all the latest happenings for the teams and preview the big weekend game(s). First, some important news gets delivered as Real Madrid open a burger chain, and Barcelona put a golden boy on the market (2:11). Then, it's time to dive into the weekend's La Liga action as Barcelona square off against difficult-to-beat Granada (19:43), and Real Madrid host Girona in a titanic clash of...
Published 02/09/24
The boys review the fantastical news that Mbappe has finally agreed to join Real Madrid, whether its for real, and what it means for football (4:08). Plus, we review a slew of La Liga action, including a couple solid Barca wins, first over Osasuna (24:05), and then  Alaves (43:50) that mean that the title race isn't over just yet. Plus, Mark looks at Joselu's solid impact for Real this year after a brace against Getafe (33:06), and calamity hits as Real (and their makeshift defense) blow a...
Published 02/05/24
EMERGENCY POD!!! Xavi has officially announced he will be leaving Barcelona this summer and the boys are here to discuss it all, and more! First, the departure and its impact get a deep dive (1:23). Then, the pitiful loss at home to Villarreal that forced Xavi's hand gets a review (25:00). Next, happier times get covered as Real Madrid keep on rolling, chasing down Girona with a nice come from behind win in Las Palmas (51:51). Finally, we get to the previews of both teams' mid-week clashes as...
Published 01/30/24
Your hosts review a wild extra time elimination game in the Copa Del Rey Quarterfinals for Barcelona that likely means the Barca coach won't last past the season (0:13). Plus, the boys look ahead to the weekend, as Real Madrid face a tricky away date with 8th-placed Las Palmas (26:35), and Payton wonders if Barcelona can regain their goal scoring form against leaky Villarreal (30:41). 
Published 01/27/24
In this headline-making episode of El Clasico Podcastico, the boys, Mark (Real Madrid) and Payton (Barcelona) engage in a heated debate over the highly-controversial refereeing decisions and discuss what went down in Real Madrid's VAR-riddled matchup against Almeria (4:20). Then, once the dust has settled, Barcelona's trouncing of Real Betis gets reviewed as a certain 16 year old child makes his presence felt on the pitch (32:00). Finally, Barca's quarterfinal matchup against 4th place...
Published 01/23/24
The boys review yet another Real Madrid loss away at Atletico Madrid, despite their stunning lack of losses in literally any other game this season (8:35), and then Barcelona take care of business (eventually) against 3rd tier side Unionistas to advance to the Copa Del Rey Quarterfinals (27:16). Then your hosts turn their eyes to some big La Liga matchups, as Xavi's men must win a tough away matchup against Betis (39:29), and Mark gives us his thoughts on (seemingly) a layup game at home...
Published 01/20/24