Real Madrid players hide Ceuta solidarity slogan on shirts

Three Real Madrid footballers—Eden Hazard, Luka Modrić and Federico Valverde—were seen covering a “We are all Caballas” slogan that appeared on the team’s training shirts during a recent practice session. The phrase, which translates to “We are all Caballas,” references the nickname for residents of Ceuta, the Spanish enclave on the North African coast, and was added to the shirts as a gesture of solidarity following a series of violent incidents that have heightened tensions in the city.

Club officials confirmed that the message was intended to support the local community after the attacks on a mosque and a police station in Ceuta earlier this month, which prompted widespread condemnation across Spain. By obscuring the slogan, the players ensured the focus remained on the broader expression of unity rather than on any individual endorsement, aligning with Real Madrid’s policy of maintaining a neutral stance on political matters while still acknowledging humanitarian concerns. The incident has drawn attention to the role of high‑profile athletes in responding to regional crises, underscoring the club’s commitment to social responsibility without overt political involvement.