JAKARTA – Real Madrid coach, Carlo Ancelotti, asked fans to pay respects to Gareth Bale in his last match against Real Betis on Saturday, May 21 in the morning.
The Wales international's contract with the Spanish giants expires on June 30. Los Blancos management decided not to extend his contract.
During his time at Los Blancos, he played an important role for the club. For that, Ancelotti wants Bale to be able to leave the Santiago Bernabeu with an impression.
"Everyone knows that Bale's contract is over and he said goodbye to Real Madrid this year," Ancelotti told Reuters.
"It doesn't matter if he plays or not. What's important is that Bale is part of the history of this club. He will always be in the memories of Real Madrid fans."
Despite being part of Madrid's history, Bale is still often the target of the Spanish media. He is also frequently booed by fans for making his first competitive home appearance in more than two years last month.
In fact, Bale is an important player in several crucial matches. He recorded two goals, including a stunning bicycle kick in the 2018 Champions League final against Liverpool.
Apart from that, he also scored an impressive winning goal against Barcelona in the 2014 Copa del Rey final.
"He was very important for the Decima (their 10th Champions League title) and the Copa del Rey final. He has written some great chapters for this club, it is important for us to realize that," said Ancelotti.
Bale has won three La Liga titles and four Champions League trophies since joining from Tottenham Hotspur in 2013. However, his playing time with El Real has been marred by injury.
The 32-year-old has made just seven appearances in all competitions this season.
Bale was named in the Wales squad on Thursday for the World Cup playoff final against Scotland or Ukraine. He will also play for the country in three Nations League matches next month.
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