Football news: In the world of soccer, recent headlines show a variety of events taking place. - Kroos says goodbye to Real Madrid: "Thank you, Legend"
In his final league match at home, Global player Toni Kroos was given an emotional send-off by fans and teammates from Spanish football giants, Real Madrid. Before the game, the team lined up as a gesture of respect for the 34-year-old, who will be retiring after the upcoming European Championship. The Real players donned Kroos' jersey with the number 8 on it. The spectators at the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu erected a large banner that read, "Gracias Leyenda" - "Thank you, legend".
The season finale against Betis Sevilla ended in a 0-0 draw on Saturday night, with Kroos, who was substituted and recognized with a round of applause just before the final whistle, and fellow German national team player Antonio Rüdiger both starting. Following this game, Real still have a crucial match to play: they'll take on Borussia Dortmund in London for the Champions League title next Saturday.
Kroos has already secured the Champions League trophy five times, four with Real Madrid and once with Bayern Munich. This year's La Liga title also marks his fourth championship in Spain. Thanks to the Champions League final, Kroos and Rüdiger will be traveling to Germany's national team to train with Head Coach Julian Nagelsmann ahead of the home European Championship. Kroos announced his retirement plans on Tuesday.
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Source: www.stern.de