Carlo Ancelotti's glorious Real Madrid reign ends with Bernabeu farewell

The Italian's exit will be formalised after Real Madrid face Real Sociedad on Saturday, marking the end of his trophy-laden tenure.

On Thursday, Real Madrid celebrated the player, Luka Modric, with the most titles in the club's iconic white shirt. Now, it's the turn of the manager who has secured more silverware than any other in their history.

Across six seasons over two spells, Ancelotti has led Real Madrid to unparalleled heights, setting a benchmark that will be hard to surpass. "His impact has been extraordinary," a club spokesperson said, reflecting the sentiment across the fanbase.

The Bernabeu will honour him on the pitch after the Real Sociedad clash, a fitting tribute to a modern legend.

Ancelotti, alongside his coaching staff, will head to Rio de Janeiro on Monday to be unveiled as Brazil's new national team manager, where he will announce his first squad. "It's a new challenge, but Madrid will always be in my heart," Ancelotti has said, per recent reports.

The announcement of Ancelotti's replacement at Real Madrid, former Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso, is expected shortly.

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