"90 minutes at the Bernabéu are a long time." It’s more than just a phrase—it's part of Real Madrid’s soul. A symbol of belief, resilience, and comebacks. The man behind those iconic words was Juanito, who said them at San Siro in 1985 after Madrid suffered a 2-0 defeat to Inter Milan in the UEFA Cup semi-finals. Since then, the phrase has become an eternal motto for every Madrid comeback—whether in Europe or in national competitions.

This season, Real Madrid is paying tribute to that legacy. The club's third kit will feature Juanito’s legendary quote, stitched in blue on a side label—a powerful homage to a man whose spirit defined the club’s fighting mentality. Forty years have passed since those words were spoken, but they still echo through the Bernabéu, especially during nights like those against PSG, Bayern, Chelsea, or Manchester City.

Juan Gómez, known simply as Juanito, remains one of Real Madrid’s most cherished icons. He may never have lifted a European Championship trophy, but his passion left an unforgettable mark on the club, the fans, and everyone who shared the dressing room with him. And in every home game, the seventh minute becomes a sacred moment of remembrance—for a legend whose legacy lives on in both spirit and word.

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