49 photographs of Derry City versus the greats: Real Madrid 2001

In August 2001, 3,000 fans turned up at the Brandywell to watch Real Madrid line-out against Derry City.

‘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.

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