to receive Toni Kroos The Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany, rank of “Knight’s Cross”, in a ceremony held at the presidential podium in a stadium Santiago Bernabeu. German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier was awarded a star real madrid The former and legendary player received this medal in the presence of prominent figures, including:
Honorary President of the Club José Martinez Peri, Director of Institutional Relations Emilio Butragueñothe coach Chubby Alonsoplayers Valverde andRüdiger andDabrits and Frohmsalong with legends of style Roberto Carlos andArbeloa andSolari.
He was Florentino Perez The first speaker, he said in a speech he delivered: We are honored to welcome to our stadium the President of the Federal Republic of Germany and his accompanying delegation from this country dear to our hearts. Mr. President, I would like to express to you our deep gratitude for choosing the Bernabéu to honor one of our club’s greatest legends, our beloved star Toni. Cross“.
He continued: “For us, Cross It is a symbol of the values that Real Madrid embodies around the world. During the 10 seasons that he defended our jersey, she was a role model of work, sacrifice, dedication, humility, respect and solidarity. It also contributed to strengthening the ties between our two countries: Germany and Spain.”
A knight in the world of sports
“We are all proud of the decoration that you are receiving today from the President of your country. Today, an authentic knight in the world of sports is awarded the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany with the rank of “Knight’s Cross”. We have had the privilege of watching one of the best football players in history.”
He continued, “Cross He retired at the height of glory, as a European champion with Real Madrid in a legendary stadium like Wembley, and he also defended his country’s national team shirt in the last European Championship.”
Pride and admiration
“Dear Tony, we feel very proud of you, and of receiving this honor from your country here, in this stadium that embraced you and in which you felt happy. The football you played is immortal. You captured the hearts of everyone who watched you play in this shirt, and I want you to know that, in my capacity as president of Real Madrid, I was happy that you were part of one of the most successful periods in the history of our club.”
