Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos found a unique way to unwind before the highly anticipated Champions League final by attending a Taylor Swift concert. 

Kroos, along with teammate and goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, enjoyed the pop star’s performance from a VIP box at the Bernabeu Stadium on Wednesday evening.

The Bernabeu, typically a fortress for Real Madrid’s footballing exploits, transformed into a concert venue for Swift’s first of two shows in Madrid. The event provided a brief yet refreshing distraction for the players ahead of their crucial match against Borussia Dortmund, scheduled for Saturday at London’s Wembley Stadium.

Kroos, who is set to play his final game as a club footballer, appreciated the opportunity to momentarily step away from the intense preparations for the final. The German midfielder has had an illustrious career with Real Madrid and will be looking to end on a high note with a victory in what promises to be a thrilling encounter.

The timing of the concert was serendipitous, as it allowed Kroos and Courtois to experience a different kind of energy and excitement at the very stadium where they have delivered countless memorable performances. The Bernabeu will quickly transition back to its footballing role, with plans for a public viewing of the final on Saturday and a potential title celebration on Sunday should Madrid triumph.

The match against Borussia Dortmund is set to be a historic occasion, not only because it marks Kroos’s farewell but also due to the storied history and high stakes associated with the Champions League. Fans from around the world will be tuning in to witness this climactic showdown.