The Santiago Bernabéu paid tribute to two of the greatest figures in Real Madrid’s modern history as Luka Modric and Carlo Ancelotti received a send-off worthy of their legendary status. Between them, they depart with a combined 43 titles—28 for Modric, the most in club history, and 15 for Ancelotti, the club’s most decorated manager.

Their farewell coincided with Real Madrid’s final La Liga match of the season, a 2–0 victory over Real Sociedad, where both icons played key roles. But it was Kylian Mbappé who stole the spotlight on the pitch.

The French forward opened the scoring in the 38th minute, converting a rebound after initially missing a penalty. He sealed the win with a clinical left-footed finish in the 83rd minute, assisted by Vinícius Júnior.

With his brace, Mbappé now leads the Pichichi Trophy race with 31 goals, and sits atop the European Golden Boot standings with 62 points, further cementing his status as one of the game’s elite.

It was a night of emotion, history, and transition—a closing chapter for two icons and a defining statement from Madrid’s next great superstar.

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