The greatest Real Madrid lineup of all-time
By Kian Long
CM - Toni Kroos
Toni Kroos retired from football in 2024, marking the end of an incredible tenure. Despite playing in the Bundesliga for Bayern Munich, it is with Real Madrid where the Germany international left his biggest legacy. Kroos is one of the greatest midfielders of all-time and having won four LaLiga titles and four Champions League trophies (+1 with Bayern), he was an easy pick for me.
CM - Zinedine Zidane
Zinedine Zidane leaves a great impression on the Real Madrid fanbase, not just for his playing days but also during the start of his managerial career. As a player, Zinedine Zidane is one of the greatest midfielders in the history of the game. Known for his incredible touch and stride, Zizou redefined what it meant to be a midfielder, during his five years as a Real Madrid player.
CM - Pirri
Representing Real Madrid between the years of 1964–1980, Pirri left behind an incredible legacy. He won an INCREDIBLE ten La Liga titles, four Copa del Reys and the European Cup, later renamed the UEFA Champions League. I would like to know how he fit all of his medals in one house.
Continued on the next slide...