After a very successful period at the Santiago Bernabéu, Real Madrid has formally said goodbye to manager Carlo Ancelotti. The heartfelt farewell was held on May 24, 2025, after the team defeated Real Sociedad 2-0 in the season’s last La Liga game.
The 65-year-old Ancelotti will take over as head coach of the Brazil national team, capping his second term with Los Blancos, where he won a record 15 trophies and became the club’s most decorated manager.
Ancelotti gave an emotional statement thanking the club, players, and supporters during the incredibly moving departure ceremony. He stressed the team’s familial atmosphere and highlighted special occasions.
Players congratulated him by throwing him into the air, a customary expression of gratitude, and the club paid tribute to him with a video that highlighted his accomplishments.
Luka Modrić, a seasoned midfielder who finished his 13-season career at Real Madrid, also left on this occasion. Modrić, 39, has helped the team win 28 trophies and has been a key player in its success. The supporters gave both Ancelotti and Modrić standing ovations, highlighting their important contributions to the club’s history.
Ancelotti’s decision to join the Brazilian national team marks a turning point in his remarkable career, as he hopes to guide his country to victory in future international tournaments. Real Madrid must deal with the difficulty of hiring a new manager to continue the club’s legacy of excellence.
Carlo Ancelotti’s emotional farewell to Real Madrid was a culmination of his deep connection with the club, its players, and its fans.
“It has been an honour and a pleasure to coach this team.” He highlighted the familial atmosphere within the club, emphasizing that beyond the titles, the experiences and bonds formed were extraordinary.
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