MADRID, SPAIN – In a shocking and devastating turn of events, the iconic Estadio Santiago Bernabéu, home of Real Madrid Football Club, has been engulfed in a massive fire.
Eyewitnesses report that the blaze began in the early hours of the morning, with flames shooting out of the stadium’s roof and windows. Firefighters are currently on the scene, battling to bring the fire under control.
“It’s a disaster,” said a visibly shaken Real Madrid President, Florentino Pérez. “The Estadio Santiago Bernabéu is not just a stadium, it’s a symbol of our club’s history and tradition. We are doing everything we can to contain the fire and assess the damage.”
The cause of the fire is currently unknown, but officials say that an investigation will be launched as soon as the fire is brought under control.
The Estadio Santiago Bernabéu, which has a seating capacity of over 81,000, has been the home of Real Madrid since 1956. It has hosted numerous high-profile football matches, including Champions League finals and El Clásico showdowns with arch-rivals Barcelona.
Stay tuned for further updates as this breaking news story continues to unfold.
PHOTO: Aerial footage shows the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu engulfed in flames.
VIDEO: Eyewitnesses describe the scene as “apocalyptic” and “surreal”.
LATEST UPDATES:
– Firefighters are working to contain the fire, but it’s unclear how long it will take to bring it under control.
– The stadium’s structure appears to be intact, but the extent of the damage is still unknown.
– Real Madrid’s upcoming matches may be relocated to a different venue while the stadium is repaired.
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