Toni Kroos's emotional hug to Modric after his farewell at Santiago Bernabéu

Toni Kroos also didn't want to miss the emotional farewell of Luka Modric. When the fourth official's board showed the Croatian's number, the world held its breath to pay tribute to a legendary soccer figure. Santiago Bernabéu rose in ovation, Real Sociedad players formed a guard of honor, and the match came to a complete halt.

Even the referee joined the moment, bidding farewell to the genius from Zadar. It was then that, unexpectedly, the German midfielder appeared to embrace tightly the one who had been his battle companion for so many years.

Toni Kroos, present at the most special moment

The farewell of Luka Modric during the match brought to mind the farewell of Kroos, which took place on May 25, 2024, in a duel against Betis. At the moment he was substituted, the match stopped, and both his teammates and opponents offered him a thunderous ovation. A farewell worthy of his legacy as one of the pillars of the most successful Real Madrid in recent times.

One of the most moving moments of the night was Kroos's arrival on the bench to receive Modric. Together they starred in an unforgettable scene, closing a historic chapter that will remain etched in the memory of all fans for many years.

Bernabéu gave him a great farewell

Luka Modric experienced his last match at Santiago Bernabéu with deep emotion. On the final day of LaLiga, the Croatian midfielder was a starter and received an unforgettable ovation. His figure, along with Carlo Ancelotti, became one of the day's main protagonists.

The stadium was filled with messages of affection, with banners like "I love you, Modric" or "Luka, you are pure soccer", which adorned the stands. It is difficult to find a more sincere and deserved tribute to two legends of Real Madrid and world soccer.