No Player from Real Madrid’s 3PEAT ERA is in their STARTING XI This Season..

Football moves fast, but some transitions hit harder than others. This season at Real Madrid, a historic reality has finally dawned: none of the heroes from the club’s unforgettable 3PEAT Champions League era are part of the starting XI anymore. A generation that defined European dominance has officially passed into memory.

Dani Carvajal remains the last man standing from that glorious squad, but even he now finds himself more often in a supporting role rather than a guaranteed starter. For Madridistas who lived through the 2014–2018 glory days, this shift feels like the closing of a sacred chapter. That period gave Real Madrid four Champions League trophies in just five years, a run that may never be replicated in modern football.

Cristiano Ronaldo, the talisman of that era, was the face of Madrid’s European supremacy. His goals, charisma, and clutch performances on the biggest nights gave the team its aura of inevitability. Today, he is long gone, carrying on his journey in distant leagues, but his shadow still lingers at the Santiago Bernabéu.

Sergio Ramos, the warrior captain, was another pillar. His leadership, headed goals, and never-say-die spirit made him irreplaceable. Alongside him, Marcelo, the samba full-back, embodied flair and joy, redefining the left-back role for a generation. Both men gave Madrid more than just trophies—they gave the club its heartbeat.

The midfield was a symphony. Luka Modrić and Toni Kroos, the maestros, controlled the rhythm of football like few partnerships ever could. Modrić’s elegance and Kroos’ precision created a balance that elevated Madrid into footballing poetry. Today, Modrić still wears the shirt but is no longer in the regular XI, while Kroos has retired, leaving behind a legacy etched in gold.

And who can forget Gareth Bale and Karim Benzema? Bale’s moments of magic—like the unforgettable overhead kick in the 2018 Champions League final—are still replayed in highlight reels across the world. Benzema, once overshadowed, blossomed into the leader of a new generation, eventually winning a Ballon d’Or before his own departure.

Together, this group wasn’t just a team—they were a dynasty. They combined star power with chemistry, grit with glamour. They took on Europe’s best and won, again and again, making Madrid the undisputed kings of the continent. For supporters, those nights against Bayern, Juventus, Liverpool, and Atlético remain imprinted forever.

Now, the torch has passed. The Bernabéu watches new names—Vinícius Júnior, Jude Bellingham, Rodrygo, and Aurélien Tchouaméni—carry the hopes of a new era. They are talented, hungry, and ready to write their own stories, but they walk in the immense shadow of legends. The standard set by the 3PEAT squad is one few teams in history could ever hope to match.

For the fans, this transition brings a bittersweet feeling. There is excitement about the future and pride in the young talents rising to prominence, but there is also a deep nostalgia. It feels like yesterday when Cristiano raised the Champions League trophy in Kyiv, or when Ramos’ header in Lisbon changed history. Yet in footballing terms, it’s already a bygone era.

What makes it harder to accept is the realization that time moves on for everyone. Supporters who celebrated those nights are older now, just as the players are. The dynasty of 2014–2018 isn’t just about football—it’s about a shared moment in history that defined an entire generation of fans. To see that era officially closed is to be reminded of our own passage through time.

And so, while Real Madrid continues to march forward, chasing new glories, the echoes of the past remain. The 3PEAT team will forever be a symbol of dominance, resilience, and brilliance. An era has ended, yes—but a dynasty that will never be forgotten lives on in memory. 👑✨

We’re truly getting old… 🙃⏳ But what a privilege it was to witness greatness. 🫡