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On this day in 1947, Santiago Bernabeu hosted its first match
Real Madrid played Os Belenenses from Portugal in the opening game and the legend of one of the great stadiums in the history of sports began. That friendly ended in a 3-1 win for the Whites, with goals being scored by Barinaga and Chus Alonso.
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Seven decades later, Real Madrid have won a multitude of trophies at home and seen the best players in the world grace it’s turf. Di Stéfano, Gento, Amancio, Butragueño, Raúl and Cristiano Ronaldo are some examples of footballers who will always be linked to the history of the Whites’ stadium.
On this day in 1979, Liverpool, Man Utd & Madrid star and Ballon d'Or winner Michael Owen born
Owen jumped to the first team in 1996. A prolific striker, he netted 18 league goals in his first full season. After winning additional golden boots in 1998 and 1999, he was instrumental in Liverpool's successful League Cup, FA Cup, and UEFA Cup runs in 2000-01, leading to him being named the 2001 European Footballer of the Year.
The success drew the attention of Real Madrid, who signed him in August 2004 for a transfer fee of £8 million. But despite an impressive scoring record, he never settled in Spain and moved to Newcastle in August 2005 for a fee of £16 million. Owen then spent time with Manchester United and Stoke City before retiring in 2013.
On this day in 2005, Rio Ferdinand scored his 1st goal for Man Utd
Ferdinand's first goal for United came in his 140th appearance, and it was a simple one as he rose to head in Giggs' corner.
Wayne Rooney scored twice as Manchester United eased the pressure on boss Sir Alex Ferguson with a dominant display.
On this day in 1986, Bergkamp made his professional debut
Born in Amsterdam in 1969, Bergkamp joined the club's youth academy in 1981. He was 17 when he made that first professional appearance at home against Roda, as manager Johan Cruff subbed him in for Rob Witschge in the 66th minute. Ajax were already up 2-0 at the time and that turned out to be the final score.
On this day in 1997, Current Liverpool manager Klopp scored this great goal
Klopp scored this great goal for German side Mainz against Meppen...
On this day in 1997, Edgar Davids made his Juventus debut
Edgar Steven Davids got his Juventus debut in a 1-1 draw away vs Piacenza. The AC milan reject would immediately break into the Juventus XI & become an important player. The Pitbull is possibly Juventus best winter transfer ever.
On this day in 2017, Pulisic won US Soccer player of the year
Receiving a comprehensive 94 percent of the tabulated votes, Pulisic turned in a remarkable performance for the MNT in 2017. The MNT’s biggest offensive contributor during the year, the 19-year-old recorded six goals and four assists in nine matches.
as_win10
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Happy Birthday one of the best Stadium Santiago Bernabeau. A stadium which has been enhanced by many legends. A stadium which has been home for many legends May this stadium can host many great games.
tropicalda
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On This Day in 2001: Michael Owen woke up as the winner of the prestigious Ballon d’Or. The first english player to be named as european football of the year ,,, one of the premiere league greatest stricker 🏟 361 Games ⚽️ 163 Goals 🏴 89 England Caps ⚽️ 40 England Goals 1️⃣ x UEFA Cup 1️⃣ x UEFA Super Cup 1️⃣ x Pemier League 1️⃣ x FA Cup 3️⃣ x League Cup 2️⃣ x Community Shield 1️⃣ x Ballon d’Or 2️⃣ x Premier League Golden Boot
Jhoxua11
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On this day in 2005, Rio Ferdinand scored his 1st goal for Man Utd guess wasn't much of scorer like pique but when it's comes to being defender...he becomes a different defender very focused. . discipline in defence very committed
Bàrcà98sc
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Happy birthday to you Michael Owen. the football world miss you in action man, you were awesome to watch. And Millions of thanks to all football for this fora they have introduced. really, it is helping us to recall and learn about what we missed and what happened in the world of football before some of the Afers were born, some as little kids, some in pregnancies....@ Congratulations All football and job well done for this
IndikaAsiriSR4
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On This Day in 1947 , The Santiago Bernabeu Hosted It's First Match. Legends Have Graced the Pitch Since⚪⚪⚪⚪ Happy Birthday to the Best Stadium in The World🏟️🏟️🏟️🏟️🏟️ Home Sweet Home❤❤❤❤
as_win10
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Michael James Owen (born 14 December 1979) is an English former footballer who played as a striker for Liverpool, Real Madrid, Newcastle United, Manchester United and Stoke City, as well as for the England national team. Liverpool FA Cup: 2000–01 Football League Cup: 2000–01, 2002–03 FA Community Shield: 2001 UEFA Cup: 2000–01 UEFA Super Cup: 2001 Manchester United Premier League: 2010–11 Football League Cup: 2009–10 FA Community Shield: 2010 Ballon d'Or: 2001 World Soccer World Player of the Year: 2001 ESM Team of the Year: 2000–01 BBC Sports Personality of the Year: 1998 Premier League Golden Boot: 1997–98, 1998–99 Premier League Player of the Season: 1997–98 PFA Young Player of the Year: 1997–98 FIFA World Cup Best Young Player Award: 1998 Happy Birthday Legend.
kartik1000
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because of he that stadium cheered the team , because of he also they whistled , because of he they shouted, because of he they prayed, because of he they chanted hala Madrid but because of perez that days will never come back 😭😭😭😭😭😭. in this jersey only they won 3 ucl in a row. Hats off to that genius 👍👍👍👌👌