Toni Kroos referred to a 60,000-capacity British stadium in his statement.

Toni Kroos dazzled at the Santiago Bernabéu with exceptional playmaking for a decade, ending his illustrious career in 2024. The legendary German midfielder amassed 23 major trophies, including five Champions League titles and multiple La Liga championships.

His final match at the Bernabéu was a 0-0 draw against Real Betis, where he captained Real Madrid and played 87 minutes before leaving the pitch to an emotional ovation from the 73,614 fans in attendance. The stadium, named after Real Madrid’s iconic former manager, served as the perfect stage for the farewell of one of their all-time greats.

Kroos’ last game in Madrid colors came in a 2-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League final at Wembley Stadium, where he assisted Dani Carvajal’s opening goal. Throughout his decorated career, Kroos played in some of the world’s most famous stadiums, including Barcelona’s Camp Nou, Atlético Madrid’s Wanda Metropolitano, and Dortmund’s Signal Iduna Park.

One venue that left a lasting impression on Kroos, however, was Celtic Park. Known for its electric atmosphere, the 60,000-capacity stadium wowed Kroos during Real Madrid’s 3-0 victory over Celtic in September 2022. Reflecting on the game, Kroos praised the passionate environment at Parkhead, a sentiment shared by football legends like Xavi and Andrés Iniesta.

Although Celtic Park has a rich history in European football, it has yet to host a Champions League final. Kroos concluded his career with six Champions League medals, narrowly missing out on defending the title in 2023, as Real Madrid fell to eventual champions Manchester City in the semi-finals.