Toni Kroos returns to Bernabeu

Toni Kroos will once again wear the Real Madrid shirt in the legendary Corazón Classic Match against Dortmund.

378 days after his last game for Real Madrid, Toni Kroos will return to the Santiago Bernabeu for the legendary Corazon Classic Match against Borussia Dortmund. Alongside him will be names that recall an era of European dominance: Marcelo, Pepe and Raphael Varane.

The Corazon Classic Match is more than just a friendly. It is a special occasion for Real Madrid to connect the past with the present, as legends return to play in front of thousands of fans - from the old-timers to the younger generations who have only heard about the golden age through the stories of their fathers.

This year's match is even more significant as Kroos - who will retire after the 2023/24 season - returns to the Bernabeu for the first time since leaving the club. With 465 appearances and 28 goals, the German midfielder is one of the symbols of the most successful period in Real Madrid's history. He and the team won 6 Champions League titles in 11 years, leaving a deep mark both in the style of play and the hearts of fans.

Information about Kroos's presence - announced by him on social media - quickly created a "ticket fever". The match sold out in a short time. Notably, Kroos' opponent in this match was Borussia Dortmund - also the last opponent he faced in the white shirt, in the 2024 Champions League final at Wembley.

Kroos is considered a Real Madrid legend.

Alongside Kroos, three other notable veterans, Marcelo (546 games, 38 goals), Pepe (334 games, 15 goals) and Varane (360 games, 17 goals) will also return. All four names are closely associated with Real Madrid's resounding success under coaches Zinedine Zidane and Carlo Ancelotti. They were pillars in historic achievements and are indispensable figures in the memories of fans.

This squad of former stars will compete with a series of other legends such as Roberto Carlos, Butragueno, Julio Baptista, Paco Buyo... - names that have contributed to bringing Real Madrid to the top of Europe with 15 Champions League titles. Notably, all will wear the new home kit for the 2025/26 season that was just introduced by the club yesterday.

On the other side of the front line, Borussia Dortmund also brought their legendary squad. Not only was Dortmund the team that won the Champions League in 1997, Dortmund also faced Real Madrid in the European Cup final in June. This confrontation is therefore symbolic, like a reunion between two golden generations of two traditional clubs.

The Corazon Classic Match is not only an opportunity to pay tribute to great players, but also a way for Real Madrid to preserve and pass on the spirit of the club to the next generation. On the Bernabeu pitch today, there will not only be football, but also applause of memories, emotions of fans, and moments of historical connection - where legends are not only mentioned, but also live once again in the hearts of Madridistas.

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