Football fans in India are in for a historic treat, as the entire squads for the highly anticipated ‘Legends Faceoff’ fixture between FC Barcelona Legends and Real Madrid Legends are announced.
This clash, scheduled for April 6, 2025, at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, will bring back some of football’s most iconic rivalries in front of an energized crowd. Carlos Puyol will lead the Barcelona Legends while Luís Figo has been announced the captain of the Real Madrid Legends.
The ‘Legends Faceoff’ is organized by The Sports Front, a pioneering force in the global sports market, dedicated to developing unique athletic intellectual properties (IPs), organizing world-class events, and providing top-tier sports activation and talent management services.
Full Squads for the Legends Faceoff:
Real Madrid Legends:
Luís Figo (C), Pedro Contreras, Kiko Casilla, Francisco Pavón, Fernando Sanz, Agustin Garcia, Pedro Munitis, Rubén de la Red, Antonio ‘Toni’ del Moral Segura, Jorge Zoco Ostiz, Iván Pérez, Jesús Enrique Velasco Muñoz, José Luis Cabrera, Juan José Olalla Fernández, David Barral Torres, Christian Karembeu, Fernando Morientes, Pepe, Michael Owen.
Barcelona Legends:
Carlos Puyol (C), Jesús Angoy, Vítor Baía, Jofre Mateu, Fernando Navarro, Roberto Trashorras, Javier Saviola, Phillip Cocu, Frank de Boer, Giovanni Silva, Rivaldo, Marc Valiente Hernández, Ludovic Giuly, Ricardo Quaresma, Gaizka Mendieta, Sergi Barjuán, Xavi, José Edmílson Gomes de Moraes, Patrick Kluivert.
Carlos Puyol said: “The ‘Legends Faceoff’ is going to be special. I am really excited to play in India for the first time. The passion of the fans here is incredible, and I can’t wait to experience it first-hand.”
Xavi Hernández added: “Barcelona vs. Real Madrid is the biggest rivalry in football, and I am excited to be part of this historic match. Mumbai, get ready for a footballing spectacle like no other!”
Speaking on the occasion, John Zaidi, CEO & Co-Founder of The Sports Front, said: “The ‘Legends Faceoff’ has sparked tremendous interest among fans. With the announcement of these legendary squads, the excitement has reached a whole new level. We are committed to making this an unforgettable experience for Indian football fans.”
Event Details:
• Date: April 6, 2025
• Venue: DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai
• Tickets available on: District App
