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Jonathan Woodgate's Unforgettable Real Madrid Debut – A Night to Forget (22/09/05)
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September 22, 2005, was a highly anticipated night for Jonathan Woodgate. After a year on the sidelines due to injury, he was finally set to make his Real Madrid debut against Athletic Club. Signed from Newcastle United in the summer of 2004 for €13.4 million, Woodgate had a stellar reputation as one of the best defenders in England. However, his debut for Los Blancos turned into one of the most infamous in football history, featuring an own goal and a red card in a 3-1 win at the Santiago Bernabéu.