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Carlo Ancelotti and Luka Modric have bid farewell to the Real Madrid fans before their kickoff against Real Sociedad.
The Santiago Bernabéu witnessed one of its most emotional days of the season, bidding farewell to two legends who marked a golden era in Real Madrid's history: Luka Modrić and Carlo Ancelotti.
The two legends play their last game for Real Madrid after confirming their departure a few days ago.
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During the final match of the season against Real Sociedad, the stands were packed to pay tribute to arguably the club's most successful player and manager.
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The event will forever be etched in the memory of Madrid fans, much like Toni Kroos's farewell last season.
As the players stepped onto the pitch, the Bernabéu erupted in applause, while massive banners unfurled on both ends of the stadium. One honoured Carlo Ancelotti, featuring the Italian's image and a message of eternal gratitude.
The other celebrated Luka Modrić, the eternal number 10. A giant jersey with Modrić's number 10 was displayed in the centre circle.
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This was the first emotional moment of the afternoon. The crowd rose to their feet, applauding both figures.
Ancelotti and Modrić's names echoed around the stadium as the lineups were announced, chanted in unison by the fans, who seized the opportunity to express their admiration and affection, according to Marca.
From early afternoon, thousands of number 10 jerseys filled the area surrounding the stadium. Modrić was the main protagonist, the symbol of a golden generation.
His elegant and composed presence at the start of the match captivated everyone's attention in the opening minutes of a farewell worthy of two giants who are now forever etched in Real Madrid's history.
It was noticeable, however, that there was no such tribute for Lucas Vázquez, who is also leaving Real Madrid.
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