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An Shuai and Modric say goodbye: Thank you everyone, unforgettable good times

7:56am, 25 May 2025【Football】

Sports Weekly All Media Original

La Liga 38th round, Real Madrid defeated Real Sociedad 2-0 at home. Ancelotti said goodbye to Real Madrid's coaching career, and Modric, who left the team after the Club World Cup, also staged a farewell battle for Bernabeu. After the game, Real Madrid arranged a special session to pay tribute to the two, and An Shuai and Modric made farewell speeches one after another.

Ancelotti said, "Good afternoon everyone, you know that speaking in today's situation is not an easy thing. I am proud and happy to be able to coach this team. I hope to first thank my dear Chairman Florentino. The time I spent with you was very wonderful and this experience is unforgettable."

"We cannot forget the three goals Benzema scored against Paris, the goals Rodrigo faced Manchester City, and Modric's pass, and we cannot forget the two goals of Joseru. I myself, and I cannot forget every day I spent here. Finally, I want to say, go to Madrid! I love you."

Ancelotti spoke, Real Madrid Chairman Florentino was also moved to tears.

Modric then spoke, "I never thought this moment would come. This journey was long and wonderful. First of all, I would like to thank the club and Chairman Florentino. I hope to thank all the coaches I have worked with and my teammates who have accompanied me over the years. I want to thank all those who have helped me. I thank everyone from the bottom of my heart. I also want to thank my family."

"We have won many honors and experienced many wonderful times. Every day of these years, I can feel the love from everyone. The support we have given me over the years, and I cannot express my gratitude in words. I want to express my feelings in a sentence I have seen: Don't cry, because it is over. Since it is already done, please keep smiling. Going to Madrid!"