Real Madrid 1–0 Liverpool
A week in Madrid, a night at the Bernabeu
In November of 2014 5 friends and I (The Lads and Trac, as they’re known) took 5 days in Madrid around the Real Madrid vs Liverpool match in the group stage of the champions league.
The match was about what was expected. Madrid 1–0 LFC. The stadium was incredible and the home supporters were rowdy. This was truly one of my football bucket list experiences. The Spanish supporters were quite friendly (I’m sure it helped that Liverpool were no real threat to them, but still) to us through our entire night there. The post match party was at an Irish Pub called Dubliners that was full of happy English people.
If I’m honest, this was mostly a football vacation with a dusting of culture sprinkled in. Most of that culture consisted of eating and drinking (a lot). We got a little culture in Toledo after our Madrid days, but if in Madrid and looking to go have a good time, hit the bars on Calle Cava de San Miguel. I will also say that not speaking a lick of Spanish is a bit of an obstacle even though Madrid is a massive city. If you aren’t in a specifically English speaking part (read: touristy), then you’re likely going to have to go Spanish for your interactions. Still, great culture, great city, great fun.
