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Real Madrid Apologizes for Memorial Mix-Up at Assembly

11/23/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Real Madrid apologized after displaying Elche's Andre da Silva instead of Diogo Jota's brother, Andre Silva.
The error occurred at Real Madrid's Ordinary General Assembly during a memorial video.
The memorial included the Silva brothers, who died in a car accident in July.
Club president Florentino Perez addressed the mistake personally, calling it a 'human error'.
Real Madrid said it regretted the error and noted a prior tribute against Liverpool.

History

Historical Context

In July 2023, a car accident tragically took the lives of Andre Silva and his brother, prompting a heartfelt tribute from Real Madrid, led by president Florentino Perez. This incident highlights the emotional significance of memorials in football, as a recent mix-up at the Ordinary General Assembly, where Andre da Silva was mistakenly honored, underscores the importance of accuracy in remembering influential figures in the sport.

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Story summary

Real Madrid apologized after displaying Elche's Andre da Silva instead of Diogo Jota's brother, Andre Silva.
The error occurred at Real Madrid's Ordinary General Assembly during a memorial video.
The memorial included the Silva brothers, who died in a car accident in July.
Club president Florentino Perez addressed the mistake personally, calling it a 'human error'.
Real Madrid said it regretted the error and noted a prior tribute against Liverpool.

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