‘Los Blancos’’ squad included Francisco Pavon, Rubén González, José Capdevila, Carlos Aranda and Antonio Núñez, while the legendary former Madrid and Spain-striker Emilio ‘The Vulture’ Butragueño, travelled to Derry.
The game ended 3-1 to the visitors with Aranda, Capdevila and Núñez scoring for Madrid and Tommy McCallion converting a penalty for Derry in the 89th minute.
Here is a selection of photos from the glamour friendly.
1. Action from Derry City's glamour friendly with Real Madrid.
Action from Derry City's glamour friendly with Real Madrid. Photo: archive
2. Derry keeper Russell Payne dives to the feet of a rushing Real Madrid forward. (2208JB84)
Derry keeper Russell Payne dives to the feet of a rushing Real Madrid forward.(2208JB84) Photo: Archive
3. Derry's Paddy McLaughlin holds back Manu of Real Madrid.(2208JB76)
Derry's Paddy McLaughlin holds back Manu of Real Madrid.(2208JB76) Photo: Archive
4. Darren McCreadie in action against Real Madrid.
Darren McCreadie in action against Real Madrid. Photo: Archive