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Forbes
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Real Madrid Announces Another Club Legend Exit
Spanish soccer giant Real Madrid used its social media account on X and official website to announce the exit of a club legend on Tuesday morning. 'Real Madrid C. F. announces that Raúl has informed the club of his decision to end his time as a coach in our youth academy,' the correspondence began. "For Real Madrid it has been a pride to have as coach and trainer of our academy one of the greatest legends in our history and in world football. 'Raúl also represents, in an exemplary way, all the values of Real Madrid. Values that he has also transmitted as a coach: he coached the Cadet B and the Juvenil B in the 2018-2019 season. From then until today, he has been the coach of Castilla. In addition, in August 2020 he coached the Juvenil A, a team with which he was proclaimed champion of the Youth League,' Madrid's continued noting. Madrid said that Raul 'will always be in the hearts of all Madridistas and Real Madrid will always be his home' and wished both its former player and now ex-coach, plus his family, 'all the best in this new stage of his life". Raul of course made his name at the Bernabeu in the 1990s, when he rose to its first team after graduating from La Fabrica to become one of its most legendary forwards and user of the number 7 shirt since donned by the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and Vinicius Jr. The Spaniard left Madrid as a three-time Champions League winner in 2010, before retiring from the sport altogether and hanging up his boots five years later. As mentioned by Madrid's communicado, Raul began coaching in the 2018/2019 season and had been linked with a potential departure from Los Blancos for a while now. Last term, he was rumoured to have received a number of offers from Germany, where he once played for Schalke 04, and there is a belief that he might now head into senior management. Raul's exit is another indicatior that Real Madrid is heading into a new era after it yesterday welcomed Xabi Alonso as head coach. Simultaneously, Alonso's predecessor Carlo Anceotti was unveiled as the new leader of the Brazil national team.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Xabi Alonso's first message to fans after taking over as Real Madrid manager
Xabi Alonso's first message to fans after taking over as Real Madrid manager On Sunday, Real Madrid finally made the announcement that Xabi Alonso will be the new first-team manager, taking over from Carlo Ancelotti. The 43-year-old legendary midfielder returns to the Santiago Bernabeu after excelling during his stint at Bayer Leverkusen where he won the Bundesliga, the DFB Pokal, and the German Super Cup. Alonso's first message to fans Following the official announcement on Sunday, Alonso arrived at Real Madrid facilities today where he signed his contract with president Florentino Perez and posed for pictures before being presented as the new manager. Advertisement Soon after, the club legend sent his first message to the Madridistas having taken over the reins of the team. 'Hello, Real Madrid fans! I'm here. Very happy to begin this new era, full of enthusiasm and energy. I send you all my best. Hala Madrid!' The presentation ceremony began with the screening of a compilation video of Alonso's best moments with Real Madrid, followed by clips of his successful stint as Leverkusen manager. Real Madrid president Florentino Perez then welcomed Alonso with a touching speech, following which the Spanish tactician addressed those present at the presentation ceremony. Advertisement 'Good morning. Without a doubt, for me, it's a very special day. A day I'll mark on my calendar for life. I'm very happy to be here, in what I feel is my home,' he said, via RMTV. Continuing, he added: 'The connection with Real Madrid has never ceased to exist, and since I walked into Valdebebas an hour and a half ago, that feeling has been reborn. I have the feeling that this is the beginning of a new era.' 'Florentino, thank you very much for your confidence. I feel that the fans, that Real Madrid fans, are excited to begin this new era, to grow and to make the history of this club even greater. Thanks also to my family, who are the ones who always support me.'
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
🔴 Real, it's Xabi Alonso Day! Flick: "Glad he's here" 😍
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇮🇹 here. It's Xabi Alonso's day at Real Madrid. Today, in fact, the biggest club in the world officially presented the new coach to the press, the man who will have to take over the reins from His Majesty Carlo Ancelotti. Advertisement It's certainly not an easy task, but in the Spanish capital, they are convinced that there is no better profile than the now former Bayer Leverkusen coach to chase Flick's Barcelona. The players' welcome Meanwhile, reactions from Real Madrid players have started to emerge on social media. Here is the post published by Arda Guler on X 🙂 Flick: "I'm happy he's here" Barcelona coach, German Hansi Flick, was asked about Xabi Alonso's arrival on the Real Madrid bench. Here's what he had to say about the former Bayern Munich player: "He's coming to a league he knows well, but where they also know what philosophy he brings with him. I spoke with him when he was working at Leverkusen, I spoke to him many times. I like him. I know his philosophy and it's really solid. It's fantastic to see the success he had in Germany, at a very high level with a team like Leverkusen. Moreover, the players improved a lot under his guidance, and yes, I'm pleased to see him here. I'm happy he's here." 👑 Xabi Alonso: "Ancelotti's legacy, an honor" After the president, it was Xabi Alonso's turn, who thanked Florentino Perez and spoke for the first time as coach of Los Blancos: Advertisement "Without a doubt, this is a very special day for me. A day I will have marked on my calendar for my entire life. I am very happy to be here, in what I feel is my home. The bond with Madridismo has never ceased to exist and, since I entered Valdebebas an hour and a half ago, this feeling has been reborn. I have the feeling that this is the beginning of a new era. Florentino, thank you so much for your trust. I feel that the fans, the Madridistas, are excited to start this new phase, to grow and to make the history of this club even greater. Thanks also to my family, who are always with me." Xabi then reserved some kind words for Carlo Ancelotti, his former coach: "Before I start talking about the new adventure, I'd like to say something about what has just ended. Carlo was my coach, a great person and a great influence. Without his mastery, I probably wouldn't be here. I'm taking his place and accepting his legacy with great honor and pride. I hope to live up to expectations and to take the club where we all believe it should be. A period is beginning in which I feel the club and the fans are united. We have a great team, we have fantastic players and excellent potential. This gives me reason to come here with a lot of energy and enthusiasm. We are convinced we can achieve important goals, worthy of Real Madrid. We want the fans to be proud and for people to come to the stadium to enjoy themselves. If we can ignite this fire, we will have unstoppable strength. We are convinced we can do beautiful things. Thank you very much, Hala Madrid." 🤝 Florentino Perez: "Welcome to one of our own" The presentation press conference for Xabi Alonso began with a tribute video to the new Real coach. Then, the president of Los Merengues, Florentino Perez, took the floor: Advertisement "Madridismo is something that is cultivated every day. Real Madrid belongs to the hearts of the people, because this crest represents the values that are worked on here every day. The values that have been necessary to achieve a record that is hard to match and to have lived, in recent years, one of the most successful periods in our history. The strength of this club is to continue working to make the dreams of Madridismo come true. That's why today is a very special day. A coach has arrived who is one of the best in the world and who knows what Real Madrid is, what this shirt means. Today we welcome one of our own: Xabi Alonso. The president then added: "Dear Xabi, welcome to your home, welcome to Real Madrid. I'm sure you are experiencing a very emotional moment today. You showed it when you arrived in 2009 to defend this shirt. You won six titles that are already part of Real Madrid's history. You are also one of the great legends of the Spanish national team, with whom you won the 2010 World Cup and two European Championships. Today, however, you return home. We all knew what your destiny would be when, in 2018, you sat on the bench to coach the Infantil A team. You achieved a milestone that is already part of German football history: winning the Bundesliga with Bayer Leverkusen. This journey has made you one of the greatest figures in football and one of the best coaches in the world. Today you return to Madrid as first-team coach to face one of the greatest challenges of your life. You know how demanding this club is, but I am sure we will share many joys. Dear Xabi: welcome to your home, welcome to Real Madrid." ⏱️ The schedule At 12:00, the contract will be signed in the presence of Real Madrid president, Florentino Pérez. Half an hour later, the presentation will begin, and around 1:30 pm Xabi Alonso will hold his first press conference as Real Madrid coach.
UPI
22-05-2025
- Sport
- UPI
Luka Modric to leave Real Madrid this summer
Star midfielder Luka Modric and Real Madrid will face Real Sociedad in a La Liga match Saturday in Madrid. Photo by Leszek Szymanski/EPA-EFE May 22 (UPI) -- Luka Modric will leave Real Madrid this summer after the Club World Cup, ending his 13-year tenure with the Spanish La Liga power, he announced Thursday. "Dear Madridistas, the time has come," the Croatian midfielder wrote on Instagram. "The moment I never wanted to come, but that's football, and in life everything has a beginning and an end." Modric, 39, will play in his final home match at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium when Madrid hosts Real Sociedad on Saturday in Madrid. Madrid will take on Al-Hilal of the Saudi Pro League in a Club World Cup match June 18 in Miami Gardens, Fla. "Real Madrid wishes to express its immense gratitude and appreciation for a player who has become a true legend both of our club and world football," Madrid said in a news release. Modric won a club-record 28 trophies during his 13 seasons with Madrid. The 2018 Ballon d'Or winner appeared in 34 games this season, including 16 starts. He totaled 43 goals and 95 assists over 590 total appearances for the club. "I arrived in 2012 with the desire to wear the shirt of the best team in the world and with the ambition to do big things, but I couldn't imagine what came next," Modric wrote. "Playing for Real Madrid changed my life as a football player and as a person. I am proud to have been part of one of the most successful eras of the best club in history. "Leaving with a full heart. Filled with pride, gratitude and unforgettable memories. And even though, after the Club World Cup, I'm no longer going to wear this shirt on the field, I'll always be a Madrid fan." Modric also made 186 appearances for Croatia's national team. He won a Bronze Ball at the 2022 World Cup and Golden Ball at the 2018 World Cup, when he helped lead Croatia to the final. "Luka Modric will forever remain in the hearts of all Madridistas as a unique an exemplary footballer who has always embodied the values of Real Madrid," Madrid president Florentino Perez said. "His football has captured the imagination of Madridismo and fans all over the world. His legacy will live on forever."
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
🚨Modrić leaves Real, emotional farewell online, Bernabeu tribute Saturday 😢
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇮🇹 here. Luka Modric and Real Madrid are parting ways. In the end, the rumors about a possible contract extension for the number 10 remained just that, only rumors. The Croatian leaves the Casa Blanca after thirteen years of success, a period in which he won everything there was to win: 6 Champions Leagues, 5 Club World Cups, 1 Intercontinental Cup, 5 European Super Cups, 4 Spanish league titles, 2 Copa del Rey trophies, and 5 Spanish Super Cups. To this, we must add the 2018 Ballon d'Or, the only player to break through the Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo dominance. Now, then, it's time to say goodbye. The announcement came from Modric himself, through a post on his Instagram profile: "Dear Madridistas: The time has come. The moment I never wanted to arrive, but this is football, and in life everything has a beginning and an end... On Saturday I will play my last match at the Santiago Bernabéu. I arrived in 2012 with the dream of wearing the shirt of the best team in the world and the ambition to achieve great things, but I could never have imagined what would happen next. Playing for Real Madrid has changed my life as a footballer and as a person. I am proud to have been part of one of the most successful eras of the greatest club in history. I want to sincerely thank the club, especially president Florentino Pérez, my teammates, the coaches, and everyone who has helped me during this time. Over these years I have experienced incredible moments, comebacks that seemed impossible, finals, celebrations, and magical nights at the Bernabéu... We won everything and I was very happy. Very, very happy. But beyond the titles and victories, I carry in my heart the affection of all the Madridistas. I truly don't know how to explain the special bond I have with you and how much I have felt and still feel supported, respected, and loved. I will never forget every ovation and all the gestures of affection you have shown me. I leave with a full heart. Full of pride, gratitude, and unforgettable memories. And even though, after the Club World Cup, I will no longer wear this shirt on the pitch, I will always be a Madridista. We will see each other again. Real Madrid will always be my home. For the rest of my life. Hala Madrid y Nada Más. Luka Modric". At this point, all eyes are on Saturday, the day when the Bernabéu will pay tribute to its legend, who is expected to start in the match against Real Sociedad. It will be an emotional afternoon, with all the blanco fans paying homage to one of the greatest of all time. 📸 GABRIEL BOUYS
