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Real Madrid Celebrates Ancelotti's Farewell with Mbappé's Brace

5/25/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Real Madrid wrapped up their La Liga season with a triumphant 2-0 win against Real Sociedad, thanks to Kylian Mbappé's stunning double. The match was bittersweet, as fans bid farewell to beloved manager Carlo Ancelotti, who heads to Brazil, and veteran midfielder Luka Modric, set to leave after the Club World Cup. Madrid secured second place, trailing champions Barcelona.

History

Historical Context

Real Madrid's 2-0 win over Real Sociedad marked a bittersweet farewell to manager Carlo Ancelotti and veteran Luka Modric. Ancelotti, the only manager to win the Champions League five times, leaves a legacy similar to legends like Sir Alex Ferguson, who also shaped football history through remarkable leadership.

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Story summary

Real Madrid wrapped up their La Liga season with a triumphant 2-0 win against Real Sociedad, thanks to Kylian Mbappé's stunning double. The match was bittersweet, as fans bid farewell to beloved manager Carlo Ancelotti, who heads to Brazil, and veteran midfielder Luka Modric, set to leave after the Club World Cup. Madrid secured second place, trailing champions Barcelona.

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