Real Madrid are set to face Barcelona in a legends match in Japan on 15 December 2024, just two months after the first El Clasico of the 2024/2025 season, where the Catalan club inflicted a heavy 4-0 defeat on Los Blancos.
Legends like Iker Casillas, Luis Figo, Roberto Carlos, Steve McManaman, Ivan Campo, and Julio Baptista will feature for Real Madrid.
Barcelona icons including Xavi Hernandez, Andres Iniesta, Rivaldo, Javier Mascherano, Rafa Marquez, and Bojan Krkic will represent the Blaugrana.
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According to Madrid Universal, the match will be held at the Ajinomoto Stadium in Tokyo, Japan, at 2 pm (local time), offering fans worldwide a nostalgic encounter.
The two teams will clash on the pitch for the fourth time in the Legends El Clasico series. The Blaugrana Legends triumphed 3-2 in the inaugural 2017 match, while Los Blancos claimed victory by the same score in their 2021 encounter.
The recent announcement that Iniesta—who only last month confirmed his retirement—will play has added anticipation to the event. This matchup holds great significance for Iniesta, who spent five years in Japan with Vissel Kobe. Dubbed “The Last Dance” for the 40-year-old, the contest will allow supporters to see him don Barça colours once more.
By Habeeb Kuranga
