Madrid’s irresistible mix of culture and football

You might not be a Real Madrid or Atletico Madrid fan before visiting the Spanish capital, but chances are you will leave as one.

Madrid’s irresistible mix of culture and football

You might not be a Real Madrid or Atletico Madrid fan before visiting the Spanish capital, but chances are you will leave as one.

This weekend’s ‘el derbi’ is the perfect example of football’s importance to this beautiful city.

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