Real Madrid Wins Sixth UEFA Super Cup Title, Luka Modric Becomes Most Decorated Player

Real Madrid kicked off their 2023-24 season in style, securing a dominant 2-0 victory over Atalanta in the UEFA Super Cup final, held at the National Stadium Warsaw on Wednesday. This triumph marks Real Madrid’s sixth UEFA Super Cup title, solidifying their position as the most successful team in the competition’s history.

Midfielder Federico Valverde put Real Madrid ahead with a well-taken goal, before star signing Kylian Mbappe, making his debut for the club, emphatically fired the ball into the top corner, sealing the win. Mbappe’s goal was a testament to his exceptional talent and ability to seamlessly integrate into the team.

This victory holds significant personal achievement for Luka Modric, as it marked his 27th trophy with Real Madrid, making him the most decorated player in the club’s history. The 38-year-old Croatian maestro surpassed former captain Nacho Fernandez, who left the club last summer to join Saudi Pro League side Al-Qadsiah.

The win also highlights Real Madrid’s continued dominance in European football. The Spanish giants have won the Champions League a record 14 times, and the UEFA Super Cup serves as a testament to their consistent ability to compete at the highest level.

Here’s a look at the top five most decorated Real Madrid players, according to the number of trophies won:

1.

Luka Modric (27):

6 UCLs, 5 Club World Cups, 5 UEFA Super Cups, 4 La Liga titles, 2 Copa del Rey and 5 Spanish Super Cups

2.

Nacho Fernandez (26):

6 UCLs, 5 Club World Cups, 4 UEFA Super Cups, 4 La Liga titles, 2 Copa del Rey and 5 Spanish Super Cups

3.

Dani Carvajal (26):

6 UCLs, 5 Club World Cups, 5 UEFA Super Cups, 4 La Liga titles, 2 Copa del Rey and 4 Spanish Super Cups

4.

Karim Benzema (25):

5 UCLs, 5 Club World Cups, 4 UEFA Super Cups, 4 La Liga titles, 3 Copa del Rey and 4 Spanish Super Cups

5.

Marcelo (25):

5 UCLs, 4 Club World Cups, 3 UEFA Super Cups, 6 La Liga titles, 2 Copa del Rey and 5 Spanish Super Cups

The 2023-24 season promises to be an exciting one for Real Madrid, and with a new star in Mbappe and a veteran leader in Modric, the team is undoubtedly poised for further success.