Luka Modrić and Carlo Ancelotti: Farewells at Real Madrid
Luka Modrić and Carlo Ancelotti were honoured by Real Madrid fans. The legendary player and the Royal Whites' coach appeared for the last time at Santiago Bernabeu in their roles. The fans prepared a farewell befitting legends for them.
Luka Modrić's journey with Real Madrid began in 2012. The Croatian joined the Royal Whites from Tottenham, and interestingly, the Catalan newspaper "Sport" labelled him "the biggest transfer flop" of that transfer window.
Jose Mourinho, who was responsible for bringing Luka Modrić to Santiago Bernabeu, said during a press conference: "I ask the fans to give Modrić time." And he was right. As a result, the Croatian leaves Real Madrid as the most decorated player in the club's history, having won 28 trophies in 591 matches.
Real Madrid fans bid farewell to Luka Modrić and Carlo Ancelotti
Conversely, Carlo Ancelotti coached Real Madrid twice. His first tenure began on 1 July 2013 and ended on 30 June 2015, and the second one commenced on 1 July 2021 and will conclude on 26 May 2025. His next "stop" in his coaching career will be the Brazil national team.
Carletto, as the Royal Whites' fans call him, leaves the club from Estadio Santiago Bernabeu as the most decorated coach in its history. As Los Blancos' manager, his record stands at 353 matches, 252 victories, 48 draws, 52 defeats, and 15 trophies. Among other achievements, he won 3 Champions League titles.
The last match for Luka Modrić and Carlo Ancelotti at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu took place on 24 May 2025. The Royal Whites faced Real Sociedad. Fans honoured both gentlemen with special displays presented before the match. During the game, fans could be heard chanting the names of Modrić and Ancelotti.
Luka Modrić will play with Real Madrid once more during the Club World Cup, which will start on 16 June and conclude on 13 July 2025.
