La Liga giants, Real Madrid, have paid tribute to two prominent Argentines who are linked with football and the club.
They are Pope Francis and Hugo Gatti. In a statement issued, the club remarked: “Real Madrid has wanted to pay tribute to two great figures who have left us in the last few hours: Pope Francis and Hugo Gatti.”
The club issued the statements expressing sadness over the recent losses.
Real Madrid highlighted the dimension of the Pope’s legacy, emphasising his tireless fight for the underprivileged and his commitment to solidarity.
Real Madrid expressed the value of the Argentine Pope’s legacy.
“During his pontificate, marked by the dimension of his great legacy, Pope Francis has represented an enormous spirit of solidarity and support for the most underprivileged and vulnerable people.”
It is an emotional message that once again reflects that the club transcends the sports field.
Pope Francis was a great soccer fan. His team was San Lorenzo de Almagro, and he never hid his admiration for Diego Maradona and Leo Messi.
Real Madrid has also bid farewell to Hugo Orlando ‘Loco’ Gatti, the legendary Argentine goalkeeper. Gatti passed away this Sunday at 80 years old due to complications after a hip surgery.
Gatti, although he never played in Spain, was a fervent supporter of Real Madrid. Throughout his career, he defended the white club with passion, especially through the media.
Despite his Argentine origin, “Loco” Gatti always showed his admiration for the Madrid team and its president, Florentino Pérez. His interventions on El Chiringuito are remembered. Always defending Real Madrid and Florentino Pérez, for whom he felt admiration.
