Emotional scenes as Toni Kroos waves goodbye to Real Madrid

Originally posted on Football Espana | By Feargal Brennan | Last updated 5/25/24

Real Madrid have paid tribute to retiring legend Toni Kroos in his final home game for the club.

The German international caused shockwaves amongst the Los Blancos fan base last week following his decision to call time on an incredible career.

Kroos opted against signing a one year contract extension in Madrid and will hang up his boots after Euro 2024.

The Real Madrid ultras unfurled a tifo in his honour ahead of kick off, with Kroos named as captain for tonight’s La Liga clash with Real Betis, ahead of the UEFA Champions League final next weekend.

INCREDIBLE scenes as Real Madrid say farewell to club legend Toni Kroos https://t.co/2A12pStBwS

— Football España (@footballespana_) May 25, 2024

Kroos’ family joined him on the pitch ahead of the game with a guard of honour for the veteran star.

Los jugadores con el dorsal de Kroos le hacen el pasillo. ¡Qué momento! pic.twitter.com/J0XjjTnXdz

— Paola Castillo (@PaoCasttillo) May 25, 2024

Fans have sung Kroos’ name throughout the first half with his children in tears in the stands at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu.

Toni Kroos' son was crying during the tribute for his dad. pic.twitter.com/KWRY82u5vC

— Madrid Xtra (@MadridXtra) May 25, 2024

The final against Borussia Dortmund will be Kroos’ final club appearance, as he aims for a fifth European title in the Spanish capital, and sixth in his career overall.

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