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A Weekend of Worthy Farewells: "Phenomenon" David Alaba Leaves Real Madrid

From Der Standard · () German

Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • David Alaba played his final match for Real Madrid, receiving a standing ovation from fans.
  • The Austrian defender was substituted in the 70th minute of the 4-2 victory over Athletic Club.
  • Alaba celebrated by raising his signature "folding chair" prop, a moment that resonated with the crowd.

The weekend marked a poignant farewell for David Alaba as he played his last game for Real Madrid. The Austrian captain concluded his tenure with the club after 132 appearances, marked by significant triumphs and challenging injuries. His final match saw him substituted in the 70th minute of Real Madrid's 4-2 victory over Athletic Club at the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu.

Standing ovations in the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu. Tens of thousands of fans cheered the ÖFB team captain in his last game for Real Madrid, thunderous applause erupted.

— Der StandardDescribing the fan reaction to Alaba's final match.

As Alaba left the pitch, he was met with thunderous applause and standing ovations from tens of thousands of fans. The atmosphere was electric, filled with appreciation for his contributions to the team. In a moment that captured the hearts of the supporters, Alaba, in a nod to his iconic Champions League celebrations, raised his signature "white folding chair" prop high into the air.

And some held up the chair, in reference to Alaba's iconic Champions League celebration.

— Der StandardDescribing the fans' tribute to Alaba.

This gesture, a symbol of his unique celebrations and memorable moments with the club, sent the Bernabéu into a frenzy. Alaba's departure signifies the end of a chapter filled with great achievements and personal battles, as he prepares to embark on a new phase in his career.

Alaba himself also brought out the chair again after the 4-2 victory over Athletic Club, lifted the thing into the air – and sent the Bernabéu into ecstasy.

— Der StandardDescribing Alaba's celebratory gesture.
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Originally published by Der Standard in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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