18 years ago today, the first stone was laid at Real Madrid City | OneFootball

On 12 May 2004, under the presidency of Florentino Pérez, an event was held to mark the laying of the first stone at the best sporting complex in the world. Alfredo Di Stéfano and Dani Carvajal were charged with setting in motion a project which has gone on to become a source of great pride for all madridismo. Inaugurated on 30 September 2005, Real Madrid City has never stopped growing, as it maintains its status at the forefront of international sport.

It is the home of the football first team's day-to-day work, whether in the training facilities or the residence for match days. Real Madrid City is also the training base and home ground for the women's first team and the club's youth sides.

Basketball With the sports centre, the basketball team is now part of the complex as well. It is where Pablo Laso's men hold their training sessions, as well as a base for the basketball academy teams. Other notable areas of Real Madrid City include the Alfredo Di Stéfano Stadium, the academy residence and the corporate office building.