Before the match between Real Madrid and Villarreal, the Bernabéu stadium was the scene of two events that celebrated the club's social work. Firstly, the champions of the Under-20 Intercontinental Cup, who were crowned on September 19 after beating Santiago Wanderers, presented the trophy to Santiago Bernabéu himself. Álvaro López's players and coaching staff shared the award with the fans, who responded with a standing ovation that recognized the value of the youth achievement.
At the same time, the Bernabéu welcomed eleven students from the socio-sports schools that the Real Madrid Foundation develops in Cambodia. These students, accompanied by the NGO Sauce and the Apostolic Prefecture of Battambang, arrived on the field with the Real Madrid players before the match against Villarreal. Their presence is part of the Foundation's projects in that country, which seeks to promote sports and education among Cambodian youth.
The gesture of presenting the trophy and the participation of the students underline the club's commitment to talent training and social responsibility. As Real Madrid prepares for its duel with Villarreal, the visit of the young Cambodians and the presentation of the title to the Bernabéu add a tone of celebration and solidarity to the atmosphere of the stadium.