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Real Madrid: Kroos bids tearful farewell as Courtois shines in goal

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Toni Kroos got a tearful sendoff, Courtois impresses with key saves, and Ancelotti hints at Kroos' successor. Read more!

Real Madrid played a goalless draw against Real Betis in the 2024 La Liga match, with Thibaut Courtois standing out with an impressive performance, making a crucial stop against Miranda. The highlight of the game was Toni Kroos' emotional farewell at Santiago Bernabeu, where fans and teammates paid tribute to the midfielder. Kroos, who played his last match before retirement, expressed his gratitude for his unforgettable 10 years with Real Madrid.

Carlo Ancelotti's team secured the La Liga title and faced Betis for the final home game of the season. Despite the draw, the focus was on Kroos, who bid a tearful yet perfect farewell to the Bernabeu, marking the end of an era for the Real Madrid legend. Ancelotti also hinted at the future by ruling out Jude Bellingham as Kroos' immediate successor.

In a contrasting analysis, it was discussed why statistics show that Real Madrid performs better without Toni Kroos in certain game situations, raising eyebrows among fans and analysts. The game analysis highlighted Kroos' emotional goodbye and Real Madrid's overall performance in the match against Betis.

To mark the occasion, it's worth mentioning that it has been 23 years since Real Madrid's 28th La Liga title win in 2001, a historical moment in the club's rich football legacy. Additionally, the match's significance was captured in the farewell of Kroos, a pivotal figure in Real Madrid's recent history.

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Player Ratings: Real Madrid 0 - 0 Real Betis; 2024 La Liga (Managing Madrid)

Full match player ratings below: Thibaut Courtois—8: One massive stop on Miranda which will fill him with confidence ahead of the UCL final.

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Real Madrid honour Toni Kroos in tearful Bernabeu farewell - ESPN (ESPN)

Real Madrid fans and teammates paid tribute to a tearful Toni Kroos on Saturday as the midfielder played his last game at the Santiago Bernabeu before ...

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Real Madrid vs. Betis live stream: How to watch La Liga online, TV ... (CBSSports.com)

Real Madrid will face Betis for the last home game of the 2023-24 LaLiga season. After winning the title, Carlo Ancelotti's men will play Betis at the ...

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Kroos: "It's been an unforgettable 10 years" (Real Madrid)

Toni Kroos spoke to Realmadrid TV after playing his last game at the Santiago Bernabéu. After the emotional tribute he received, the Real Madrid legend ...

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Real Madrid player ratings vs Real Betis: Toni Kroos and more bid ... (Goal.com)

Real Madrid were held to a scoreless draw by Real Betis to mark Toni Kroos' final La Liga match before retirement.

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Why do the numbers show that Real Madrid do better without Toni ... (The Athletic)

If you're the rare sort of person who can still form a semi-coherent thought during the second half of a Champions League knockout match, maybe you've ...

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Real Madrid 0-0 Real Betis LIVE: Courtois gets low to deny Miranda ... (MARCA.com)

Foul by Dani Carvajal (Real Madrid). Juan Miranda (Real Betis) wins a free kick on the left wing. Attempt missed. Antonio Rüdiger (Real Madrid) header.

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Ice Cold Real Madrid Legend Kroos Breaks Down In Perfect ... (Forbes)

A usually ice cold Toni Kroos bid a tearful yet perfect farewell to the Bernabeu in his last ever match at the iconic ground on Saturday.

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Kroos bids emotional farewell to Real fans (Reuters)

Toni Kroos bade an emotional farewell to Real Madrid fans at a sold-out Santiago Bernabeu on Saturday as the German midfielder played his final home game ...

23 years since the 28th LaLiga title (Real Madrid)

On 26 May 2001, Real Madrid were crowned champions when they thrashed Alavés at the Santiago Bernabéu.

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Real Madrid 0-0 Betis (25 May, 2024) Game Analysis - ESPN (UK) (ESPN.co.uk)

MADRID, May 25 (Reuters) - Toni Kroos bade an emotional farewell to Real Madrid fans at a sold-out Santiago Bernabeu on Saturday as the German midfielder played ...

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Real Madrid Boss Ancelotti Rules Out Bellingham As Kroos ... (Forbes)

Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti stated that Jude Bellingham will not become soon-to-be-retired Toni Kroos' successor at the Bernabeu.

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'Thank you, legend': Real Madrid pay tribute to Toni Kroos after 10 ... (The Athletic)

The day was all about Toni Kroos as the Germany midfielder played his final match for Real Madrid at the Bernabeu.

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Official Lineups: Real Sociedad vs Real Madrid Femenino; Liga F (Managing Madrid)

Liga F is slowly but surely coming to an end. Las Blancas travelled to Donostia for the encounter against Real Sociedad. Here's how Alberto Toril lined up ...

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Kylian Mbappe says likely Real Madrid transfer 'days' away - ESPN (ESPN)

Kylian Mbappé said he will announce his next career move in a "few days" after winning the French Cup with Paris Saint-Germain on Saturday.

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Kylian Mbappe Teases 'Fantastic' Real Madrid Move (Forbes)

Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe teased his expected move to Real Madrid after winning the Coupe de France with his current employers on Saturday.

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Real Madrid target Kylian Mbappe says he will announce his future ... (CBSSports.com)

French striker Kylian Mbappe says he will announce his future in the next few days after winning the French Cup with PSG on Saturday. Mbappe is expected to ...

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Kylian Mbappé to Announce Next Team in a 'Few Days' amid Real ... (Bleacher Report)

Kylian Mbappé confirmed an announcement about his next club is imminent after he signaled the end of his time at Paris Saint-Germain. "All I wanted was to…

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Real Madrid win in San Sebastian (Real Madrid)

Real Madrid, beating Real Sociedad in matchday 28 of the league season. · Bruun and · Athenea struck in the first half to give our team their 22nd win of the ...

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Real Madrid player ratings vs Real Betis: Toni Kroos and more bid ... (Goal.com)

Real Madrid were held to a scoreless draw by Real Betis to mark Toni Kroos' final La Liga match before retirement.

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Moving tribute to Kroos at the Santiago Bernabéu (Real Madrid)

The German, who played his last game at the Bernabéu, was showered with affection by the fans, his teammates and the coaching staff.

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No signs of any farewells as Modric, Nacho, Vazquez and Joselu ... (The New York Times)

Unlike Toni Kroos, this quartet of players with uncertain futures have not yet said goodbye to the Bernabeu - and they could all stay.

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