Real Madrid Renames Its Stadium by Removing "Santiago" in Brand Restructuring

Published on January 08, 2026 | Translated from Spanish
New Real Madrid logo with modernized design alongside image of the Bernabéu Stadium during remodeling works

Real Madrid Renames Its Stadium by Removing "Santiago" in Its Brand Restructuring

The white club has made the strategic decision to simplify the name of its iconic sports venue, removing the term "Santiago" from its official name. This transformation is part of a comprehensive corporate identity renewal that the entity is progressively implementing across all its institutional assets. 🏟️

Comprehensive Visual Redesign of the Club

The merengue institution has unveiled the new visual identity system that will accompany this simplified name, maintaining the traditional iconic elements but with a contemporary graphic treatment and cleaner lines. This update responds to the need to optimize the club's digital presence across multiple platforms and modern formats.

Main Features of the Redesign:
  • Aesthetic cleaning of graphic elements while maintaining historical symbols
  • Optimization for digital environments and mobile devices
  • Reinforcement of visual identity in international promotional materials
"This evolution represents our commitment to modernity without losing our historical essence" - Official Real Madrid Spokesperson

Implications and Context of the Name Change

The modification has sparked various reactions within the Madridista community, generating an intense debate between traditionalists and supporters of modernization. The change coincides temporally with the important architectural transformation works on the stadium, which aim to turn it into a cutting-edge multi-purpose technological complex.

Institutional Arguments:
  • Facilitate global recognition of the Real Madrid brand
  • Harmonize corporate identity with international expansion
  • Adapt to the new demands of the global sports market

Perspectives on the Stadium's Evolution

While discussions continue about whether to simply call it "Bernabéu", the most purist fans nostalgically recall eras where the traditional football atmosphere prevailed over current commercial interests. At least, as a positive aspect, they highlight that the name has not been replaced by a sponsored commercial denomination... for the moment. ⚽