Watch: Real Madrid fans give a standing ovation to honor the legacy of Gareth Bale at Santiago Bernabeu
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Gareth Bale did not appear in Real Madrid’s 1-0 victory over Liverpool in Paris. The Spanish giants, who won their 14th European title, staged a parade to commemorate their achievement. The Santiago Bernabeu erupted in applause as fans cheered for Bale, who earned a standing ovation from the crowd.
However, the Welshman was greeted with a tremendous ovation when he was presented to the fans and cheered throughout his walk of honor on the pitch. As his illustrious nine-year tenure came to an end, he even signed autographs.
Gareth Bale says goodbye to the Real Madrid fans after nine years at the club
Given all that’s occurred, it’s a suitable send-off. He’s had a tumultuous experience in Madrid, where he’s been subjected to fan abuse. Despite everything, he has accomplished for the club, which comprises five Champions League victories. The 32-year-old was instrumental in his team’s victory in the 2017/18 season, netting a brace in the final against Liverpool.
Real won three La Liga crowns, three Super Cups, and three Club World Cups with his assistance. Not to forget his amazing solo goal in the Copa del Rey against Barcelona.
Despite the fact that he did not play versus Liverpool, Rio Ferdinand and Steven Gerrard lauded his Real career.
Ferdinand stated, “Gareth Bale, I believe, deserves to be mentioned as well. There are five Champions Leagues. He isn’t going on the best of terms with the supporters, but he has contributed to the club’s history. There aren’t many people who can claim to have had greater effects and impacts in sports and on such large platforms as this.”
Gerrard continued: “It’s a pity he doesn’t receive the credit he deserves for his contributions throughout that time period and what he’ll take away in terms of his resume.”
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