Real Madrid’s home ground is the Santiago Bernabeu. How many stories, how many comebacks, how many memories are connected with this field. This iconic ground has given birth to many star players. This field has witnessed countless titles. After 70 years, the name of Los Blancos’ historic ground is changing.
The stadium is named The Bernabeu after Santiago Bernabeu. This is what the Spanish news media Marca said in a report. The club is going to do this for the sake of business.
Spain’s second largest and Europe’s third largest stadium with a capacity of 85,000 was inaugurated in 1947. The stadium was named in 1955 after Bernabeu, one of the most important figures in the history of the club and former president. As such, after 70 years, the name of Los Blancos’ historic ground is changing.
At one time he played in Real Bernabeu, he was also the captain. After leaving the game, he joined as a director. Then the president took over. He will be immortalized as a sports organizer beyond his playing career.
Bernabeu was the president of Real Madrid for almost 35 years. During his time, Real Madrid won various titles including 6 European Cups, 16 La Liga, 6 Spanish Cups. He also helped rebuild Manchester United after the plane crash in 1958.
(Dhaka Times/December 27/NBW)
Source: www.dhakatimes24.com
