Provocative slogans. Real Madrid presidential candidate stages headline-grabbing stunt ahead of Champions League final

Real Madrid presidential hopeful Enrique Riquelme drew attention with an unusual stunt in Budapest on the eve of the Champions League final between PSG and Arsenal.

According to Marca, Riquelme organized a procession of four buses past the Puskás Aréna, the venue for the tournament's decisive showdown. Each vehicle was adorned with provocative slogans, crafted as part of his campaign strategy.

Fans and passersby saw messages such as: “Enjoy your evening, we'll be back” and “Rivals come and go. Real Madrid returns.” The stunt was clearly designed for maximum impact, making a bold statement on one of European football's biggest nights.

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Riquelme's actions sparked lively debate across the football community—some observers saw it as a calculated piece of political PR, while others viewed it as a provocative move aimed at stirring up controversy. Notably, Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez is also in Budapest, having arrived at UEFA's invitation.