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‘We’ll see each other again’ – Carvajal says goodbye to Real Madrid training ground ahead of farewell
Dani Carvajal is all set to leave Real Madrid at the end of the season, with tomorrow’s La Liga game against Athletic Club being his last one for the club.
A player who has been associated with the club since he was 10 years old, the right-back will depart as an absolute legend, having made over 450 appearances and won 27 trophies with Los Blancos.
Naturally, the game against Athletic tomorrow at the Santiago Bernabeu will be an emotionally-charged event for the club captain.
Carvajal says goodbye to Valdebebas
Ahead of his final farewell, Carvajal completed his final training session with the club earlier today at Valdebebas.
The Real Madrid captain laid the first stone of Valdebebas more than 20 years ago while taking his first steps with the club’s Under-12 A team.
Now, on the eve of his final match wearing the royal white of Real Madrid, Carvajal also wanted to say goodbye to the training ground.
After the final training session before the match against Athletic, the Real Madrid captain shared a photo with his followers seated on the grass of the Valdebebas pitch.
“Last day where I grew up, worked and fought to achieve my dreams. We’ll see each other again in another version of me,” Carvajal wrote.
Door open for a return?
The ending of Carvajal’s statement seemingly left the door open to a future return to Valdebebas and Real Madrid, but in a different role.
Only time will tell is such a return ends up materialising in the future. For now, Carvajal, who still has plenty left to offer, will look to bid goodbye to his ‘home’ on a winning note and continue his career elsewhere.
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Carlos Espi reacts after scoring match-winning goal in Elche 2-3 Real Madrid: ‘Starting like this is a dream’
Carlos Espi is becoming Real Madrid’s unlikely late-game specialist.
The 21-year-old once again came off the bench to rescue Jose Mourinho’s side, this time scoring the 91st-minute winner in a dramatic 3-2 victory over Elche.
It was his second goal for the club, and both have arrived at crucial moments.
Speaking to Real Madrid TV after the match, Espi could barely contain his excitement.
“I’m so happy—the happiest man in the world. I try to help the team any way I can, and every time I step onto the field, I give it my all and come away feeling great.
“Starting like this has been a dream. This isn’t over yet; we’re going to keep going because we have Sunday’s match coming up.
Carlos Espi winning goal in Elche vs Real Madrid game. Mbappe assist. pic.twitter.com/STJBV3ikQL
— Daily Foot Vibes (@dailyfootvibes) September 16, 2026
“This is a team effort. All of us who take the field make the most of our opportunities and give it our all,” he began.
Espi keeps making his minutes count
There is a growing pattern to Espi’s involvement. Even though he has yet to start a match for the first team, that has not stopped him from making an impact.
His first goal arrived against Espanyol in Real Madrid’s opening game, when another late strike helped secure the result.
Against Elche, he was required again after Real Madrid surrendered a two-goal lead and suddenly found themselves in serious trouble.
Espi eventually appeared at the back post in the 91st minute and finished the move to give Mourinho’s team all three points.
The youngster shared the credit with his teammates, but he also had special praise for the player who supplied his decisive moment.
That assist came from Kylian Mbappe, whose presence has made Espi’s route into the starting XI particularly difficult.
“It’s unbelievable—it’s crazy to watch him train and play. In this case, he set me up for the goal, and I’m very happy for him, too.”
First Madrid derby already has Espi excited
The timing of Espi’s latest contribution could hardly be more interesting, as Real Madrid now face Atletico Madrid on Sunday, giving the forward an opportunity to experience his first Madrid derby.
“I’m really looking forward to it—I’m so excited. It’s my first derby here, and we’re going to go for it.”
For Mourinho, Espi is a useful option when matches become chaotic. He may not yet be a regular starter, but his two appearances on the scoresheet have carried considerably more weight than the minutes he has played.
