McManaman remembers Real's 'Galácticos': «There were no egos...»
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McManaman remembers Real's 'Galácticos': «There were no egos...»

Record7 September 2026 at 17:03

Steve McManaman, the English former footballer who played for Real Madrid between 1999 and 2003, recalled the period of the "Galácticos" at the Spanish club. McManaman analyzed the current situation of José Mourinho's team, comparing his personal experience with the current reality of the white club.

The former English midfielder highlighted that during his time at Real Madrid there were no egos among the players, despite them being world stars like Zidane, Ronaldo, and Figo. McManaman emphasized that there was a good atmosphere in the dressing room and that all the players worked together for the good of the team.

McManaman made these statements during a public appearance where he analyzed the sporting situation of Real Madrid. The former player also took the opportunity to reflect on the differences between the era he experienced and what he currently observes at the club.

The reference to the "Galácticos" refers to Real Madrid's transfer policy in the 2000s, when the club signed major world football stars, creating a team of enormous individual talent but also great expectations.

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