FIFA president Gianni Infantino, who has high praise for Real Madrid, was in attendance, as was current AFE president David Aganzo, at the tribute paid by the AFE (Association of Spanish Footballers) to its former president Angel Maria Villar.

Enrique Cerezo, Emilio Butragueno, Angel Torres, Fernando Hierro, Vicente del Bosque, Javier Clemente, Jose Antonio Camacho, Emilio Garcia Silvero, Larrea, Miguel Torres, and a number of the Federation's directors were also present.

In his speech, Infantino wanted to highlight the achievements of Real Madrid, whom he described as "the best team in the world. I only hope that one year they let other teams win something," he said with a laugh.

Villar spoke about the Champions League final at which he was present.

"I was happy. I was just another fan. I suffered," said Villar.

"The players and the coach were wonderful. It's not easy to win a match like that, but finals are won, I enjoyed it a lot.

"Real Madrid are the best."