The Encyclopedia
Kings of Europe
An in-depth analysis of the 15 Champions League titles and the winning DNA.
The Galácticos
Zidane. Ronaldo. Beckham. The era that redefined football business.
The Bernabéu
Engineering & Lore
The Aesthetics
Why White? The history of the crest, the kits, and the Adidas partnership.
The Dynasty
Bellingham, Endrick & The Academy.
Matchday Experience
Step onto the pitch. Select a challenge to earn XP and climb the global Real Madrid leaderboard.
The Ultimate Quiz
20 difficult questions about Real Madrid history. Can you reach "Galáctico" rank?
Training Ground
Test your reflexes. Logic puzzles, word ladders, and rapid-fire challenges.
Player DNA Test
Are you a Leader like Ramos or an Artist like Benzema? Find your archetype.
The Weight of the Number 7
In most clubs, the number 10 is the most prestigious jersey. At Real Madrid, it is the Number 7. It is a shirt reserved not just for the best player, but for the spiritual leader of the team.
The lineage begins with Raymond Kopa and Amancio Amaro, but it became a cult symbol with Juanito in the 80s—a player defined by his passion and "never surrender" attitude.
The "7" Dynasty
- Juanito (1977-1987): The soul of the comeback.
- Emilio Butragueño (1984-1995): The genius of the academy.
- Raúl González (1994-2010): The eternal captain.
- Cristiano Ronaldo (2010-2018): The greatest goalscorer.
- Vinícius Jr (2023-Present): The new heir.
Passing the Torch
When Cristiano Ronaldo left in 2018, the shirt became heavy. Mariano Díaz struggled to carry the burden, and Eden Hazard, signed for €115M, famously failed to live up to the legacy due to injuries.
In 2023, Vinícius Jr requested the number, signaling his readiness to lead the new generation. Unlike the "Number 10" (worn by Figo, Özil, Modric) which represents creativity, the Madrid "7" represents voracity and leadership.
It is a shirt that demands goals. Cristiano Ronaldo scored 450 goals in it. Raúl scored 323. The Bernabéu crowd is notoriously patient with young players, but they demand immediate excellence from whoever wears the 7.