Heart Melting Moment As Family of Real Madrid’s Most Decorated Player Cry in Emotional Farewell

• Nacho Fernandez fought back tears as he bid his final farewell to Real Madrid after his long service for the club
• His emotional goodbye also struck his family as they couldn't hold back their tears on Wednesday, July 24
• After clinching 26 trophies for Los Blancos, the veteran defender joins Saudi League side Al Qadsiah for the new season

Long-serving player Nacho Fernandez bid a heartfelt farewell as a Madridista in an emotionally charged ceremony at Real Madrid City. Nacho joined Los Blancos in 2001 at the age of 10 and progressed through all academy levels before becoming a first-team player in 2012.

As reported by Transfermarkt, the 34-year-old defender played 364 matches over his 12 seasons with the first team during one of the most successful periods in Madrid’s history.

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How many trophies did Nacho win at Madrid?

Nacho amassed an impressive 26 titles: 6 Champions Leagues, 5 Club World Cups, 4 UEFA Super Cups, 4 La Liga titles, 2 Copa del Rey titles, and 5 Spanish Super Cups.

With this extensive trophy haul, he is now the most decorated player in the club’s history, alongside Luka Modric.

Nacho Fernandez's farewell at Real Madrid City

Past and present teammates of the outgoing Real Madrid captain attended the farewell event on Wednesday, July 24.

Carlo Ancelotti, Raúl, Santiago Solari, Álvaro Arbeloa, Lucas Vázquez, Fran García, Fede Valverde, Brahim Díaz, Thibaut Courtois, Jesús Vallejo, and Andriy Lunin, as well as Nacho’s family were in attendance.

What Nacho Fernandez said at his farewell

Standing before them, Nacho expressed his gratitude, as cited by SB Nation, "I want to thank you for your presence here on this emotional and beautiful day."

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With tears in his eyes, Nacho continued, "I could be here for hours telling stories about everything that’s happened over the years.

"But I’d prefer to focus on thanking you for everything you’ve given me."

Nacho Fernandez's family moved to tears

As Nacho spoke, his visible emotion resonated with his family, wife, and children, who were also fighting back tears in a heartwarming moment.

Reactions to the farewell:

Here are some of the responses from fans:

@AdriRM33:

"It hurts, and a lot."

@Turigmailc42076:

"A big shot."

@Annychizzy:

"Thank you, Captain."

@jcjaramillos:

"He shouldn’t have left; he would have played a lot this year too. He really messed up!"

@Crypto77_KING:

"A great person, humble, who has earned everything through hard work, discipline, and dedication. Good luck at your new club!"

@rondatenllado:

"Exemplary even in his farewell, a player of the era and of the club, something rare in today's football. How great our captain is!"

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@sofiapastor_02:

"I'm not going to cry."

@guayanes_CCS:

"Thank you Nacho."

Defenders Real Madrid might sign

Real Madrid is looking to sign a central defender following their unsuccessful attempt to land Leny Yoro. Initially linked with the La Liga side, the French defender has chosen to join Manchester United instead.

According to transfer expert David Ornstein from The Athletic, the French defender has decided to join Manchester United after the club struck a deal with Lille for €70 million plus add-ons.

Source: YEN.com.gh