Real Madrid Hosts Real Sociedad in Ancelotti’s Farewell Match

Madrid, Spain – Real Madrid will conclude their La Liga season on Saturday with a home match against Real Sociedad, marking an emotional farewell for head coach Carlo Ancelotti and midfielder Luka Modrić.

After finishing second this season, Madrid looks to end on a high note against a Sociedad side that has also struggled this campaign. Madrid has already relinquished the La Liga title to Barcelona and is preparing for significant changes over the summer.

This match serves as Modrić’s final home game at the Santiago Bernabéu, where he has played for 13 years. The 39-year-old has made 562 appearances for the club and is expected to receive a warm reception from the fans.

The starting lineup for Madrid is anticipated to include Thibaut Courtois in goal, Lucas Vázquez at right-back, and Modrić in midfield. Due to injuries, Madrid will be missing key players such as Antonio Rüdiger, David Alaba, and Jude Bellingham, who is suspended.

Real Sociedad comes into the match off a 3-2 win against Girona but has faced its own challenges this season, placing 11th in the league. Their manager, Imanol Alguacil, will also depart after this game, marking the end of a six-and-a-half-year term.

As both teams prepare for an uncertain summer, the focus will be on delivering a memorable performance. Ancelotti, who is set to take over the Brazilian national team, aims for a victory in his final match with the club. This farewell could bring closure to a season marked by high expectations but ultimately disappointing results for Madrid.

Kickoff is scheduled for 4:15 p.m. local time, as both teams look to finish their campaigns on a positive note.